Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-off
adjective
/ˈɒn ɔf/
Definition
Describing something that alternates between two states, typically on and off.
Examples
- The on-off switch controls the power to the device.
- She had an on-off relationship that was tumultuous.
Meaning
The term ‘on-off’ refers to a condition where something is not consistently in one state but rather switches back and forth.
Synonyms
- intermittent
- alternate
- cyclical
- sporadic
