incidence
Translation
incidence, rate, occurrence
Examples
There is a high incidence of disease in the region.
There is a high incidence of disease in the region.
The incidence of the tax falls on the consumer.
The incidence of the tax falls on the consumer.
Grammar Patterns
((the incidence of sth.)) the rate at which sth. happens The incidence of cancer is increasing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rate, frequency, occurrence
Etymology
From Latin 'incidere' meaning 'to fall upon', from 'in-' (upon) + 'cadere' (to fall).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'rate' at which something 'falls in' on a population. Often used in medical or statistical contexts.