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



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