occasional

B1
Pronunciation
/əˈkeɪʒ(ə)nəl/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who does something only occasionally.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Occurring or appearing irregularly from time to time, but not often.

Example Sentences
  • He took an occasional glass of wine.
2 Definition

Created for a specific occasion.

Example Sentences
  • Elgar's music was not created to be occasional music for high-school graduations.
3 Definition

Intended for use as the occasion requires.

Example Sentences
  • What your living room needs are some occasional chairs.
4 Definition

Acting in the indicated role from time to time.

Example Sentences
  • He is an occasional writer of letters to the editor.