ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Happenstance

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈhæpənˌstæns/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Happenstance is a noun meaning (uncountable) The chance or random quality of an event or circumstance.

Meaning

(uncountable) The chance or random quality of an event or circumstance.

More Meanings

  1. (countable) A chance or random event or circumstance.

Example Sentences

by happenstance
the happenstances of life
Dammit, man this is the gift from God / This ain't happenstance
Our meeting today was a happenstance, but I'm glad we crossed paths.

Word Forms

Synonyms for happenstance

Depending on context, synonyms include accident, chance, coincidence, happenchance.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include coincidence, chance, contingency, randomity, fortuity, casualty.

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