Meaning & Definition of word "Concurrence"

Concurrence

/kənˈkɜːrəns/

noun:

  • 1. The state of agreeing or being in harmony; simultaneous occurrence.
    • Example: The concurrence of their opinions led to a swift decision on the matter.
  • 2. The occurrence of events or circumstances that happen at the same time.
    • Example: The concurrence of the two festivals in the same week brought a surge of tourists to the area.
  • 3. Agreement in action or decision.
    • Example: The board's concurrence was necessary before the project could move forward.
  • 4. A situation in which two or more things happen at the same time or in the same situation.
    • Example: The recommencement of the conference and the start of the exams resulted in a rare concurrence of events.

Etymology

From Middle English, derived from Latin 'concurrens', meaning 'running together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in concurrence with:

in agreement with or in accordance with

reach a concurrence:

to arrive at an agreement or decision together

concurrence of events:

the simultaneous occurrence of two or more events

Related Words

concur:

to agree; to happen at the same time

concurrent:

occurring or existing simultaneously

convention:

a meeting or agreement between persons or groups

Slang Meanings of concurrence