Oftenness (Noun)
Meaning
The number of occurrences within a given time period; "the frequency of modulation was 40 cycles per second"; "the frequency of his seizures increased as he grew older".
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The oftenness of her nightmares increased significantly after the traumatic event.
- Researchers examined the oftenness of earthquakes in that particular region over the past decade.
- The oftenness of flight cancellations was a concern for travelers during the holiday season.
- The oftenness of her visits to the doctor decreased as she began to recover from the illness.
- The oftenness of the company's acquisitions was a sign of their aggressive business strategy.