occurrent
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈkʌrənt/
KK: /əˈkɜr ənt/
adjective
Definition
Relating to something that is happening or existing at the present time.
Example
The occurrent events in the city have drawn a lot of attention from the media.
Conversation
Have you checked the news for any occurrent events today?
Not yet, but I heard there's a big rally happening downtown.
Yeah, it sounds like something worth attending if you want to see what's occurrent.
Definitely! I’ll look it up and we can go together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
present
existing
ongoing
Antonyms
past
former
nonexistent
noun
Definition
An event or occurrence that happens at a specific time.
Example
The sudden rain was an unexpected occurrent during our picnic.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new occurrence at the park yesterday?
No, what happened?
There was a surprise concert that everyone loved.
Root Explanation
Ocurrent → It is formed from "occurrere" (meaning to run to meet) which comes from "ob-" (meaning against) and "currere" (meaning to run). The word "occurrent" refers to something that happens or occurs, as if it is running towards us.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'running to meet' you — that's what 'occurrent' means, something that happens or occurs.
Visually Confused Words
cocurrent
current
zoocurrent
procurrent
noncurrent
concurrent
nonconcurrent
overcurrent