betide

/ˈbɛtˌaɪd/

Definitions

1. verb

to happen or occur; come to pass

“Whatever betides us, we’ll face it together.”

2. noun

an event or situation that happens to someone

“Bad luck has been his betide since childhood.”

3. noun

a phrase expressing a wish for something to happen or come to someone

“May good fortune betide you on your journey.”

Synonyms

  • happen
  • occur

Antonyms

  • never happen
  • never occur