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fitful

Pronunciation: [ˈfɪtfəl]

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Learn how to use fitful in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “behavior”

(adjective) when something happens in a way that is not steady or regular. It means things are happening in bursts or stops, like a car that starts and stops a lot.

Example

His fitful sleep was sometimes interrupted by loud noises.

Example

She did not have fitful sleep; she slept soundly through the night.

Example

Did you have a fitful night, or were you able to sleep peacefully?

Context: “performance”

(adjective) when someone is doing something in an inconsistent way. It's like when a player shows good skills sometimes but not all the time.

Example

The team's fitful performance left the audience excited for more ups and downs.

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The player's performance was not fitful; they played well throughout the entire game.

Example

Why did the team's fitful play confuse the fans?

How to pronounce fitful

Pronunciation: [ˈfɪtfəl]

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