Word: Incidence
Part of Speech: Noun
Basic Definition: "Incidence" refers to how often something happens or occurs. It can also mean the angle at which light hits a surface.
Usage Instructions: - Use "incidence" to describe how frequently an event happens. For example, you might talk about the incidence of a disease in a population. - In scientific contexts, you might use it to describe the angle at which light or other waves strike a surface.
Examples: 1. Frequency Example: "The incidence of flu cases increased during the winter months." 2. Light Example: "He measured the angle of incidence of the reflected light from the mirror."
Advanced Usage: In more advanced contexts, "incidence" can be used in statistical or scientific discussions, such as epidemiology (the study of diseases) or physics.
Word Variants: - Incidental (adjective): Something that happens as a minor or secondary effect. - Example: "The incidental costs were much lower than expected." - Incidental (noun): An event that happens by chance or a minor detail.
Different Meanings: - Incidence in Light: Refers specifically to the angle at which light rays strike a surface. - Incidence in Statistics: Refers to the rate at which an event occurs in a specific group.
Synonyms: - Occurrence - Frequency - Rate - Event
Idioms/Phrasal Verbs:While "incidence" does not have direct idioms or phrasal verbs, you might hear phrases like: - "At first glance," which can relate to noticing the incidence of something quickly.