Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infrequency
noun
/ɪnˈfriːkwənsi/
Definition
the state or quality of being infrequent; occurring rarely or at irregular intervals.
Examples
- The infrequency of rainfall in the desert makes it a challenging environment for plants.
- His infrequency of visits made the family feel distant.
- The doctor noted the infrequency of the patient’s symptoms as a positive sign.
Meaning
Infrequency refers to how often something happens, usually indicating that it does not happen very often.
Synonyms
- rarity
- scarceness
- occasionality
- uncommonness