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fitful

UK
/ˈfɪtfəl/
US
/ˈfɪtfəl/

Translations

fitfuladjective
more fitful
Comp.
most fitful
Super.
UK
/ˈfɪtfəl/
US
/ˈfɪtfəl/
He had a fitful sleep last night.
У него был прерывистый сон прошлой ночью.
The fitful movements of the animal indicated it was in distress.
Судорожные движения животного указывали на то, что оно в беде.
Synonyms
inconsistent
intermittent
occasional
sporadic
erratic
irregular
Antonyms
steady
constant
regular

Definitions

fitfuladjective
Occurring in irregular outbursts; not steady or continuous.
The fitful wind made it difficult to keep the kite in the air.
Characterized by erratic or intermittent activity.
She had a fitful sleep, waking up several times during the night.
Restless or disturbed, especially of sleep or attention.
After days of travel, she managed only a few hours of fitful sleep.
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