Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

occurred

verb
/əˈkɜːrd/
Definition
To take place or happen.
Examples
  • The accident occurred last night.
  • Several unexpected issues occurred during the project.
  • It occurred to me that I had forgotten my keys.
Meaning
The term ‘occurred’ indicates that an event or action has taken place.
Synonyms
  • happened
  • took place
  • arose
  • came about