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Translate files Coincidence
/kəʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A remarkable occurrence of events, or circumstances, without apparent causal connection.
It was just a coincidence that they both arrived at the party wearing the same outfit.
The state of coinciding; correspondence in nature, character, etc.
The coincidence of their opinions made the discussion more productive.
An occurrence of two or more events happening at the same time that appears to be connected but is not.
The coincidence of the rainstorm and the power outage led many to believe they were related.
Etymology
From Latin 'coincidere', meaning 'to fall together'
Common Phrases and Expressions
a happy coincidence
A pleasant or fortuitous chance occurrence.
by coincidence
By chance or accident, without planning.
coincidence of events
Events that occur at the same time or in a similar way.
Related Words
serendipity
The occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
chance
The occurrence of events in the absence of any obvious intention or cause.
contingency
A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty.
Slang Meanings
Just a coincidence
Oh, you live there too? Just a coincidence!
Funny how that works out
You both chose the same number? Funny how that works out!