Synonyms of recurrent

recurrent

adjective

ri-ˈkər-ənt 

as in recurring

occurring or appearing at intervals

had recurrent problems with the computer for months and finally junked it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recurring
• periodic
• continual
• intermittent
• periodical
• seasonal
• occasional
• cyclical
• on-and-off
• serial
• cyclic
• sporadic
• rhythmical
• rhythmic
• alternate
• alternating
• spasmodic
• fitful
• irregular
• aperiodic
• spotty
• erratic
• unsteady

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuous
• constant
• incessant
• unceasing
• eternal
• perpetual
• everlasting
• interminable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recurrent

More often, the broad sweep of history serves as recurrent inspiration for designers, such as Italian Renaissance paintings for Maria Grazia Chiuri at Christian Dior, Medieval tapestries for Dries van Noten, or 18th-century delicacies evoked by John Galliano and Christian Louboutin. —Lisa Klaassen and Serene Nourrisson, CNN, 26 Jan. 2025

Its recurrent vanity is that its heroes stood alone. —Benjamin Wallace-Wells, The New Yorker, 23 Jan. 2025

This can lead to frequent visits to the doctor and recurrent medical testing to gain that reassurance. —Sean Mowbray, Discover Magazine, 20 Jan. 2025

Advertisement His films were often filled with recurrent characters and motifs, and blended film noir darkness, suspense and ensemble casts. —Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025