happening (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhæp.ən.ɪŋ/

Definition

An event or occurrence, especially one that is notable or significant.

Examples

• The festival was a major happening in the city's cultural calendar.

• We're still trying to understand the full implications of this unexpected happening.

• The police are investigating the mysterious happening at the old mansion.

How to Use happening

happening now (collocation)

Occurring at this very moment. — "What is happening now?"

happening outside (collocation)

Occurring in an external location. — "There's a lot of noise happening outside."

Synonyms of happening

Words with a similar meaning to happening:

• event
• occurrence
• incident
• affair

Antonyms of happening

Words with the opposite meaning to happening:

• stagnation
• inactivity

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