What is another word for fitfully?

166 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ fˈɪtfəlɪ], [ fˈɪtfəlɪ], [ f_ˈɪ_t_f_ə_l_ɪ]

Fitfully is a common adverb used to describe something incomplete or irregular, often manifesting in short bursts or intervals. Some synonyms for fitfully include sporadically, erratically, intermittently, on-and-off, patchily, off-and-on, and unevenly. Another synonym that depicts the unpredictable, infrequent nature of fitfully is intermittently. Erratically describes something that occurs in an unpredictable or chaotic pattern, while sporadically refers to something that occurs only from time to time. Patchily implies that something is incomplete, with areas missing, while unevenly suggests that something is rough or inconsistent. Overall, these synonyms provide different ways to describe the irregular, inconsistent nature of the word fitfully.

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How to use "Fitfully" in context?

I can't quite put my finger on it, but there's something off about my pants. They fit just fine a few weeks ago when I bought them, but now they seem like they're about to fall off my hips. I don't have time to go shopping for a new pair, so I'll just have to fitfully try to keep them up with some stretchy fabric tape. I feel so lazy and unsatisfied wearing my pants like that, but there's nothing I can do.

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