Synonyms for

Incidents

Verb / ˈɪnsʌdʌnts / Another word for incidents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An event or occurrence, usually unexpected, that causes harm or damage.

Synonyms & similar words

incident event occurrence happening episode situation circumstance eventuality affair experience adventure accident mishap mishappening problem trouble difficulty issue concern matter affliction

Synonyms by register

Formal

occurrences events affairs happenings

Informal

things stuff happenings situations

Literary

adventures episodes happenings

Antonyms

calm peace tranquility order serenity harmony

Common collocations

  • minor incidents
  • serious incidents
  • security incidents
  • traffic incidents
  • recent incidents
  • unfortunate incidents
  • unforeseen incidents

Word family

noun incident
verb incide
adjective incidental

Usage note

Incidents typically refer to specific events, often negative or disruptive. Avoid using it for routine occurrences.

Example sentences

  1. The fire at the factory was a tragic incident.
  2. The plane crash was a terrible incident that shocked the world.
  3. The police are investigating the incident that happened last night.
  4. The teacher talked to the students about the incident that occurred in the classroom.
  5. The incident caused a lot of damage to the building.

Quotes

  • We cannot change anything until we accept it. Condemnation does not liberate, it oppresses. - Carl Jung
  • In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on. - Robert Frost
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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