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Meaning of coincidental
The primary meaning of "coincidental" is related to events or circumstances that occur or exist together in a way that seems to be connected, yet lack a causal relationship.
Etymology of coincidental
The word "coincidental" comes from the Latin words "co-" (meaning together) and "incidere" (meaning to fall), with the suffix "-al" added to form an adjective
The term has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe events or circumstances that occur together by chance
Synonyms
accidental
incidental
unintentional
unintended
unpremeditated
unplanned
unexpected
surprising
fortuitous
lucky
chance
random
haphazard
serendipitous
casual
unforeseen
unanticipated
spontaneous
coinciding
converging
simultaneous
corresponding
matching
parallel
reciprocal
related
associated
connected
linked
fortuitous
happenstance
serendipitous
Definitions
- Happening or done by chance, rather than because of a planned intention
- * Existing or occurring at the same time, or in the same place, but without a causal connection
Usage Examples
- The coincidence of the two events was surprising, but ultimately coincidental
- * It was coincidental that we both chose to wear the same color shirt today
- * The researcher found a coincidental relationship between the two variables, but could not establish a causal link