Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

occurring

verb (present participle of occur)
/əˈkɜːrɪŋ/
Definition
Happening or taking place.
Examples
  • The festival is occurring every summer.
  • Rare species are occurring more frequently in the area.
  • Unexpected events can be occurring at any moment.
Meaning
The act of something happening or being present in a particular time or space.
Synonyms
  • happening
  • transpiring
  • taking place
  • arising