coincidence
Translation
coincidence
Examples
It was a coincidence that we were on the same flight.
It was a coincidence that we were on the same flight.
What a coincidence! I was just thinking about you.
What a coincidence! I was just thinking about you.
Grammar Patterns
a ((coincidence)) a situation in which events happen at the same time by chance Meeting her there was a pure coincidence.
by ((coincidence)) happening by chance By coincidence, we both wore the same shirt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: chance, accident, fluke, serendipity
Etymology
From the verb 'coincide'. 'co-' (together) + 'incidere' (to fall upon) + '-ence' (noun suffix). A 'falling together' of events.
Memory Tips
Remember it as 'co-incidents' – incidents that happen together by chance.