coincident (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌkoʊ.ɪnˈsaɪ.dənt/

Definition

Happening or existing at the same time by chance.

Examples

• Our birthdays are coincident, so we always celebrate together.

• The discovery of the new planet was coincident with the solar eclipse.

• Their arrival in the city was coincident, as they had both planned independent trips.

How to Use coincident

coincident with (prepositional phrase)

Happening at the same time as something else. — "The rise in unemployment was coincident with a decrease in consumer spending."

Synonyms of coincident

Words with a similar meaning to coincident:

• simultaneous
• concurrent
• synchronous

Antonyms of coincident

Words with the opposite meaning to coincident:

• separate
• disparate

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