adj. Function: adjective
occurring or appearing in interrupted sequence FF1C; they predict intermittent rain throughout the day FF1E;
Synonyms: alternate, isochronal, isochronous, periodic, periodical, recurrent, recurring
Related Words: cyclic, cyclical, iterant, iterative, metrical, rhythmic, rhythmical, seasonal, serial; arrested, checked, interrupted; fitful, spasmodic; infrequent, occasional, sporadic; discontinuing, discontinuous
Contrasted Words: constant, perpetual; everlasting, interminable
Antonyms: continual, continuous; incessant, unceasing