Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coincidence
noun
/koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/
Definition
A situation in which two or more events happen at the same time by chance, rather than by design.
Examples
- It was quite a coincidence to meet her at the same restaurant.
- The coincidence of their birthdays made them instant friends.
- Finding the lost book at the same time as visiting the library was a remarkable coincidence.
Meaning
The occurrence of events that happen simultaneously by accident rather than intention.
Synonyms
- chance
- happenstance
- accident
- coincidental occurrence
