Word HAPPEN: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

happen

🇺🇸 [ˈhæpən]

Meanings

To take place or occur, often unexpectedly or without planning. Events can happen by chance, as a result of circumstances, or due to specific actions or decisions.

Examples

• It’s amazing how things happen when you least expect them.
• The accident happened just a few minutes before I arrived.
• What happened to the meeting we scheduled for this afternoon?

Synonyms

occur • take place • transpire

Antonyms

stop • cease • prevent