come-about

A sudden come-about in the weather brought sunshine after the storm.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A sudden change or turn of events: "come-about" refers to an unexpected shift or reversal in circumstances, often used informally to describe a surprising development in a situation.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The company's financial crisis was a complete come-about from its previous success. (An unexpected change from prosperity to difficulty.)
  • There was a sudden come-about in the election results, with the underdog winning. (A surprising turn of events in the voting outcome.)

Advanced Usage

• "A come-about in fortune": a sudden change in one's luck or financial situation.
  • After years of struggle, a come-about in fortune brought him wealth. (An unexpected improvement in his financial standing.)

Variants and Related Words

• Comeabout (alternative spelling): same meaning as "come-about."
  • The political landscape experienced a remarkable comeabout. (A notable shift in political conditions.)

Synonyms

• Turnaround: a complete change from one situation to its opposite.
• Reversal: a change to an opposite direction or outcome.
• Shift: a change in position or direction.

Related Idioms

• A turn of the tide: a change in one's fortunes or circumstances.

  • The team's victory was a turn of the tide after many losses. (A reversal of their losing streak.)

• About-face: a complete change of opinion or direction.

  • His sudden about-face on the issue surprised everyone. (A reversal of his previous stance.)