accidents Definition
an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury.
Using accidents: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "accidents" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He had an accident while riding his bike.
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The accident caused a lot of damage to the car.
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She was injured in a car accident.
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The factory explosion was a terrible accident.
accidents Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for accidents
- mishap
- mishandling
- misfortune
- disaster
- mishappening
Phrases with accidents
Example
I found this book by accident while cleaning my room.
accident-prone
having a tendency to be involved in accidents
Example
He's very accident-prone, always tripping over things and bumping into walls.
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The bridge collapse was a freak accident that no one could have predicted.
Summary: accidents in Brief
An 'accident' [ˈæksɪdənts] is an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, often resulting in damage or injury. It can refer to incidents like car crashes, factory explosions, or personal mishaps like falling down the stairs. Phrases like 'by accident' and 'freak accident' describe unintentional or unusual occurrences. 'Accident-prone' describes someone with a tendency to be involved in accidents.
