Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fitful
adjective
/ˈfɪtfəl/
Definition
Occurring in irregular bursts or not steady; characterized by periods of activity and inactivity.
Examples
- The child’s fitful sleep was marked by frequent awakenings.
- He experienced fitful bursts of inspiration while working on the project.
- She had a fitful relationship with her studies, sometimes focusing intensely and other times becoming distracted.
Meaning
The term fitful describes something that is not continuous or regular, but rather happens intermittently, often in an erratic manner.
Synonyms
- irregular
- intermittent
- spasmodic
- episodic
- erratic
