Meaning & Definition of word "Coincident"

Coincident

/ˌkəʊɪnˈsɪdənt/

1. Occurring at the same time or coinciding in position.
- Example: The two events were coincident, happening on the same day.
2. Corresponding in nature, character, or function; in agreement.
- Example: Their interests were coincident, leading to a fruitful collaboration.
3. Having the same extent or scope; overlapping.
- Example: The two circles were coincident, sharing the same center and radius.

Derived from Latin 'coincidens', meaning 'falling together'.

coincidence of events:

The occurrence of two or more events at the same time.

coincidental findings:

Results that happen by chance and are not necessarily related.

in coincident terms:

Expressed in a manner that coincides with another perspective or context.

coincidence:

The occurrence of events that happen at the same time by chance.

coincidental:

Happening or existing at the same time in a way that is not planned.

Meaning: By chance

Example Sentence: It was all coincident, nothing planned.

Meaning: A lucky break

Example Sentence: Winning the contest was a coincident; I didn't expect it.