Definition

The quality or state of happening rarely or not often.

Example

The infrequency of the bus service made it difficult for residents to rely on public transportation.

Conversation

Have you noticed the infrequency of our team meetings lately?

Yeah, it feels like we barely get together anymore.

I think the infrequency is affecting our communication.

Definitely! We should plan to meet more often.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infrequency → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "frequentia" (from Latin, meaning frequency or occurrence). The word "infrequency" means the state of not occurring often or being rare.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') occurring often ('frequentia') — that's why infrequency means something that doesn't happen frequently.

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