occur

Meaning

to happen or take place; to be found or present

to happen or take place

Example Sentences

The accident occurred at the intersection during rush hour.

The event occurred last night at the hall.

Synonyms

happen, take place, arise, transpire, come about

Entry 1

happen, take place, arise, transpire

Entry 2

happen, take place, transpire, come about

Antonyms

prevent, avoid, cease, stop

Entry 1

prevent, avoid, cease, stop

Entry 2

cease, stop

Collocations

occur naturally, occur frequently, occur suddenly, rarely occur, occur simultaneously, occur regularly

Entry 1

occur naturally, occur frequently, occur suddenly, rarely occur, occur simultaneously

Entry 2

occur suddenly, occur regularly, occur frequently