fitful (adj.)

  1. occurring in spells and often abruptly; fitful bursts of energy; spasmodic rifle fire

    [ Syn: spasmodic ]

  2. intermittently stopping and starting; fitful (or interrupted) sleep; off-and-on static

    [ Syn: interrupted , off-and-on ]

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