diff --git a/src/core/const.js b/src/core/const.js
index 3425b41..f9235e4 100644
--- a/src/core/const.js
+++ b/src/core/const.js
@@ -181,7 +181,7 @@
  * The gc modes that are supported by pixi.
  *
  * The {@link PIXI.settings.GC_MODE} Garbage Collection mode for pixi textures is AUTO
- * If set to GC_MODE, the renderer will occasianally check textures usage. If they are not
+ * If set to GC_MODE, the renderer will occasionally check textures usage. If they are not
  * used for a specified period of time they will be removed from the GPU. They will of course
  * be uploaded again when they are required. This is a silent behind the scenes process that
  * should ensure that the GPU does not  get filled up.