often meaning and definition

OFTEN adverb

Definition of often (adverb)

1. many times at short intervals
   • "we often met over a cup of coffee"
   • synonyms: frequently, oft, oftentimes, ofttimes
   • antonym: infrequently
2. frequently or in great quantities
   • "I don't drink much"; "I don't travel much"
   • synonyms: a great deal, much
3. in many cases or instances