sporadic

[spuh-rad-ik] / spəˈræd ɪk /

ADJECTIVE

on and off

Synonyms

STRONGEST

desultory fitful infrequent intermittent irregular isolated occasional random rare scattered spotty

WEAK

bits and pieces few fits and starts hit-or-miss on-again-off-again scarce seldom semioccasional spasmodic uncommon unfrequent

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common constant even frequent methodical regular systematic usual

WEAK

continuous dependable

Example Sentences

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While sporadic signs of a resolution have worked to keep stock markets afloat, it is impossible to hide from macro indicators like inflation.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

If her updates became sporadic, followers would send her messages asking when the next post was coming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

But smaller sporadic protests continue through the night.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

And then, to the sound of sporadic laughter, the amplified voice sings a slightly altered version:

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

A mix of mumbles and sporadic clapping fills the room.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

Vocabulary lists containing sporadic

Grade 9, List 1

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