adjective
- occurring in irregular bursts or intervals; not continuous or steady
Examples
- She had a fitful night’s sleep, waking up every few hours.
- The patient’s breathing was fitful and labored.
- Progress on the project has been fitful due to budget constraints.
- The old engine made fitful attempts to start in the cold weather.
- His fitful attention made it difficult for him to follow the lecture.
- The wind blew in fitful gusts throughout the afternoon.