Definition

Happening at the same time as something else, often by chance.

Example

They arrived at the party coincidently, not knowing each other would be there.

Conversation

I was surprised to see you at the café yesterday.

Yeah, I was there for a quick coffee break!

What a small world that we both went there coincidently at the same time.

I know, right? It’s always fun to run into friends unexpectedly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coincidently → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "incidere" (meaning to fall upon or happen). The word describes events that happen together by chance or simultaneously.

Memory Tip

Think of things happening 'together' ('co-') by 'chance' ('incidere') — that's what coincidently means.

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