Definition

To happen at the same time or to agree in opinion or position.

Example

The two events will coincide next week, making it difficult to attend both.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how our schedules seem to coincide this week?

Yeah, it's pretty convenient for us to hang out!

I guess we just have similar plans lately.

Exactly! It's great when things align like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coincide → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "incidere" (meaning to fall upon or happen). The word describes events or circumstances that happen together or at the same time.

Memory Tip

Think of things happening 'together' ('co-') and 'falling upon' each other ('incidere') — that's why coincide means to occur at the same time.

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