Occasional

usgb/əˈkeɪʒənl/
adjective

Happening now and then or at irregular intervals.

We made occasional trips to the beach during summer.
Visual representation of "occasional" - Happening now and then or at irregular intervals

Often appears as...

  • occasional visits
  • occasional view
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Unpredictable Timing

The word 'occasional' suggests an element of unpredictability about when something happens.

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His occasional outbursts are unexpected and rare.
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Not Routine

'Occasional' indicates events that are not routine or regular parts of a schedule.

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We have occasional meetings, different from our weekly ones.
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Reduced Frequency

Use 'occasional' to describe something that does not happen often or is not continuous.

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She takes an occasional glance at her watch during work.
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