OFTEN
frequently, often, oftentimes, oft, ofttimes
(adverb) many times at short intervals; “we often met over a cup of coffee”
much, a great deal, often
(adverb) frequently or in great quantities; “I don’t drink much”; “I don’t travel much”
often
(adverb) in many cases or instances
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
often (comparative more often or oftener, superlative most often or oftenest)
Frequently, many times.
Synonyms
• a lot
• frequently
• usually
Antonyms
• infrequently
• occasionally
• rarely
• seldom
Adjective
often (comparative more often, superlative most often)
(archaic) Frequent.
Source: Wiktionary
Of`ten, adv. [Compar. Oftener; superl. Oftenest.] Etym: [Formerly
also ofte, fr. oft. See Oft., adv.]
Definition: Frequently; many times; not seldom.
Of"ten, a.
Definition: Frequent; common; repeated. [R.] "Thine often infirmities." 1
Tim. v. 23.
And weary thee with often welcomes. Beau. & Fl.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition