FREQUENCE Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

frequence

noun

ˈfrē-kwən(t)s

Definition of frequence

as in prevalence

the fact or state of happening often the frequence of that cough is worrisome; perhaps you should see a doctor

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Recent Examples of frequence Microwaves are a range of frequences in the electromagnetic spectrum. — Scott Pelley, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026 Wiseman's frequence collaborator, cinematographer John Davey, will also be a guest of Camerimage. — Carolyn Giardina, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Oct. 2017

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Noun

The prevalence of tech firms as hotspots for talent signals a wider boom amid Australia’s startup scene, which in recent years has been attracting attention and investments from venture capitalists.

— Charlotte Hu, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Researchers behind the study, the largest ever of deceased NFL players’ brains, said the true prevalence of brain disease at death was probably higher.

— Rick Maese, Washington Post, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of prevalence

Noun

The Huskers are tapping areas close to home with less frequency.

— Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
The solid-state transformer has a modular design with an active front end interacting with the power grid, an AC/DC converter, and a high-frequency isolation transformer that either steps up or steps down the voltage.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026

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