Frequent
Example: Frequent updates improve system performance
Definition
"Frequent" describes something that happens often or repeatedly within a relatively short period of time. It indicates a high rate or regular occurrence, as in the example phrase 'Frequent updates improve system performance,' meaning updates occur regularly and consistently.
Etymology
The word "frequent" comes from the Latin 'frequens,' meaning 'crowded' or 'numerous,' which itself derives from 'frequor,' meaning 'to crowd or assemble.' Did you know? The original sense related to crowds or gatherings before evolving to mean 'happening often.'
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"Frequent" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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