Synonyms, Grades 9–10: Occasional

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  1. sporadic
    recurring in scattered or unpredictable instances
  2. erratic
    liable to sudden unpredictable change
  3. spasmodic
    occurring in spells and often abruptly
  4. desultory
    marked by lack of definite plan, purpose, or enthusiasm
  5. inconstant
    likely to change often without apparent reason
  6. variable
    something that is likely to change
  7. intermittent
    stopping and starting at irregular intervals
  8. fitful
    intermittently stopping and starting
  9. discontinuous
    not continuing without interruption in time or space
  10. episodic
    occurring or appearing at usually irregular intervals
  11. periodic
    recurring or reappearing from time to time
  12. random
    lacking any definite plan or order or purpose
  13. hit-or-miss
    dependent upon or characterized by chance
  14. casual
    occurring from time to time
Created on Fri May 01 15:15:34 EDT 2026

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