coincidental

[kəʊˌɪnsɪˈdɛnt(ə)l]

coincidental Definition

happening by chance, especially in a way that is surprising or convenient.

Using coincidental: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coincidental" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    It was purely coincidental that we both wore the same dress to the party.

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    The fact that they met again in Paris was entirely coincidental.

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    The timing of the two events was purely coincidental.

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Summary: coincidental in Brief

The term 'coincidental' [kəʊˌɪnsɪˈdɛnt(ə)l] refers to something that happens by chance, often in a surprising or convenient way. It is synonymous with 'accidental' and 'unexpected,' and antonymous with 'deliberate' and 'intentional.' Examples include 'It was purely coincidental that we both wore the same dress to the party.' and 'The timing of the two events was purely coincidental.'