coincide
/,kouin'said/
Definition
- Verb:
- To occur at the same time: To happen simultaneously or during the same period.
- To correspond exactly in nature, opinion, or position: To be identical or in full agreement; to occupy the same place in space or time.
- To be in accord or harmony: For ideas, interests, or characteristics to match or agree.
Usage and Examples
To happen at the same time:
- The end of the fiscal year coincides with our annual audit.
- Unfortunately, my vacation coincides with the important conference.
To correspond exactly or be in agreement:
- Our opinions on the matter coincide perfectly.
- The two triangles coincide when placed on top of each other.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
- Mathematical/Geometric Context: Used to describe points, lines, or figures that occupy the same position in space.
- In the diagram, point A coincides with point B.
- Formal Agreement: Often used in formal or academic contexts to describe the alignment of theories, findings, or interests.
- The researcher's conclusions coincide with the established data.
Variants and Related Words
- Coincidence (n): A remarkable concurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection.
- It was a pure coincidence that we met in Paris.
- Coincident (adj): Occurring or existing at the same time.
- The coincident timing of the announcements caused confusion.
- Coincidental (adj): Resulting from a coincidence; happening by chance.
- Our meeting was entirely coincidental.
Synonyms
- Concur: To agree or happen at the same time.
- Correspond: To be similar or equivalent in character, form, or function.
- Synchronize: To cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
- Match: To correspond or be identical.
Antonyms
- Differ: To be unlike or dissimilar.
- Clash: To conflict or be incompatible.
- Diverge: To separate and go in different directions.
Common Phrases and Collocations
- Coincide with: This is the standard prepositional phrase used with the verb.
- The festival coincides with the summer solstice.
- Fully coincide: To be in complete agreement.
- Our objectives fully coincide.
Verb
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be the same
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our views on this matter coincided
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happen simultaneously
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The two events coincided
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go with, fall together
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