Synonyms for

Occurrences

Verb / ʌˈkɜ:ʌnsɪz / Another word for occurrences — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Events or incidents that happen or take place.

Synonyms & similar words

happening naturalevent occurrence occurrent events incidents happenings situations episodes circumstances phenomena facts cases happenstances experiences appearances chances adventures encounters developments proceedings contingencies affairs transactions

Synonyms by register

Formal

happenings events manifestations appearances

Informal

things goings-on happenings situations

Literary

happenstances episodes adventures

Antonyms

rarities uncommonness scarcity infrequency unusualness

Common collocations

  • frequent occurrences
  • rare occurrences
  • unusual occurrences
  • repeated occurrences
  • minor occurrences
  • major occurrences
  • natural occurrences
  • documented occurrences

Word family

noun occurrence
verb occur
adjective occurring

Usage note

While 'occurrences' can refer to any event, it often implies something that happens repeatedly or is noteworthy. Avoid using it for singular, unique events unless emphasizing their unusual nature.

Example sentences

  1. The occurrence of rain is a common event in the rainy season.
  2. There were no occurrences of accidents on the road yesterday.
  3. The occurrence of a solar eclipse is a rare phenomenon.
  4. The doctor noted the occurrence of fever in the patient's report.
  5. The occurrence of a power outage caused inconvenience to many people.

Quotes

  • The occurrence of natural disasters is beyond our control.
  • The occurrence of miracles is a matter of faith.
  • The occurrence of success depends on hard work and determination.

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