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Fitful (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Intermittently stopping and starting; "fitful (or interrupted) sleep"; "off-and-on static".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The patient's fitful breathing was a cause for concern among the hospital staff.
  • The firework display ended with a fitful burst of sparks that fizzled out quickly.
  • The old radio emitted a fitful stream of static-filled music that was barely listenable.
  • After a big meal, the athlete experienced a fitful mix of fatigue and restless energy.
  • The bus ride was marked by fitful periods of conversation punctuated by awkward silences.

Synonyms

  • Off-and-on
  • Interrupted

Related Words

  • Fitfulness (noun)

Meaning 2

Occurring in spells and often abruptly; "fitful bursts of energy"; "spasmodic rifle fire".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The child's fitful sleep was marked by frequent wakings and nightmares.
  • The team's fitful offense was unable to score consistently throughout the game.
  • The old car's engine coughed and sputtered, producing fitful bursts of power.
  • The patient's fitful recovery was set back by a sudden relapse of the illness.
  • The firework exploded in fitful flashes of color across the night sky.

Synonyms

  • Spasmodic

Related Words

  • Fitfulness (noun)
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