Occurrence

Meaning

an instance or event of something happening; the fact of occurring

An incident, event, or something that happens.

Example Sentences

The occurrence of earthquakes is common in this region.

The occurrence of such storms is rare in this region.

Synonyms

event, incident, happening, instance, situation, episode

Entry 1

event, incident, happening, instance

Entry 2

event, incident, happening, situation, episode

Antonyms

absence, non-occurrence, prevention, nonexistence

Entry 1

absence, non-occurrence, prevention

Entry 2

absence, nonexistence

Collocations

rare occurrence, frequent occurrence, natural occurrence, unusual occurrence

Entry 1

rare occurrence, frequent occurrence, natural occurrence

Entry 2

frequent occurrence, rare occurrence, unusual occurrence, natural occurrence