Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
appear-intermittently
verb phrase
/əˈpɪr ˌɪntərˈmɪtəntli/
Definition
To come into view or become visible at irregular intervals.
Examples
- Stars often appear intermittently throughout the night sky.
- The light from the lighthouse appeared intermittently, guiding ships safely to shore.
- Her laughter would appear intermittently during the tense meeting, surprising everyone.
Meaning
When something appears intermittently, it does not show or happen consistently but rather at uneven or scattered times.
Synonyms
- Fluctuate
- Occur sporadically
- Surface occasionally
- Manifest at intervals
