Pronunciation

/əˈkeɪʒənəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Occurring from time to time; not constant or regular but happening now and then.

Example sentence: We have occasional meetings to discuss project updates.

• Adjective: Intended for use on special or infrequent occasions rather than regularly.

Example sentence: She brought out her occasional table when guests came over.

Phrases

• “On occasion”: Sometimes, but not regularly. Example: I visit my hometown on occasion.
• “Occasional visitor/guest”: Someone who visits or attends somewhere but not frequently. Example: He’s just an occasional visitor to our club.

Example Sentences

• Adjective (irregular occurrence): “Despite being busy, he manages to make occasional trips to the gym.”
• Adjective (for special occasions): “The occasional chair in the living room was reserved for special guests.”

Synonyms

• Infrequent
• Periodic
• Sporadic
• Erratic
• Occasionaly (adverb form)
• From time to time
• Once in a while
• Now and then
• Every so often