1. assistance or support that is provided sporadically, not continuously or regularly
The company offered intermittent help to employees during the crisis.
A empresa ofereceu ajuda intermitente aos funcionários durante a crise.
2. periodic or occasional aid that occurs at irregular intervals
She relied on intermittent help from family members to manage childcare.
Ela contava com ajuda intermitente de membros da família para cuidar das crianças.