coincide

/kɔɪnˈsaɪd/

Definitions

1. verb

to occur or exist at the same time as something else, especially in a surprising or seemingly meaningful way

“The two events coincided, sparking widespread interest.”

2. verb

to be in agreement or harmony with something

“Their goals coincided, and they decided to work together.”

3. noun

a shared or simultaneous occurrence of two or more events

“The coincidence of the two planets was a rare phenomenon.”

Synonyms

  • correspond
  • happen
  • match

Antonyms

  • contradict
  • differ