Occasionally and Often

Opposite meaning words

Occasionally adverb - On some occasions.

Usage example: we occasionally stop for ice cream on the way home

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Often is an antonym for occasionally in sometimes topic.

Nearby Words: occasion, occasional, occasioned, occasioning, occasionalism

Often adverb - Many times.

Usage example: I seem to stumble often when I try to walk in high heels

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Occasionally is an antonym for often in frequently topic.

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