happen

verb
/ˈhæpən/

Meaning

to occur or take place; to come about by chance
to take place or occur, usually by chance

Example Sentences

What happened at the meeting yesterday?

Accidents can happen at any time.

Example Expressions

what happens, happens

Synonyms

occur, take place, arise, transpire, ensue
Entry 1
occur, take place, arise, transpire
Entry 2
occur, take place, transpire, arise, ensue

Antonyms

prevent, stop, avoid, cease
Entry 1
prevent, stop, avoid, cease
Entry 2
prevent, stop, avoid

Collocations

happen to, happen by chance, happen naturally, happen suddenly, happen accidentally, happen again, happen quickly
Entry 1
happen to, happen by chance, happen naturally, happen suddenly
Entry 2
happen suddenly, happen accidentally, happen again, happen quickly

Related Vocabularies

to spread information, knowledge, or ideas widely
to relieve someone of a burden or load
to provoke; to stir up
to make someone happy or satisfied
to accustom someone or oneself to something through frequent exposure or experience
To satisfy thirst or desire.

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