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UK/["/ˈæksɪdənt/"]/US/["/ˈæksɪdənt/"]/

Meaning of Accident

In simple words: Something that happens unexpectedly, usually causing harm or damage.

Accident in a sentence

  • The car accident caused a long traffic jam.
  • He had an accident while riding his bicycle.
  • It was just a small accident; no one was hurt.
  • She accidentally spilled her drink on the table.
  • The accident happened late at night when it was dark.
  • Making mistakes is part of learning; don't call it an accident.
  • He referred to the unexpected delay as an unfortunate accident.
  • The accident with the truck blocked the highway for hours.

How to use Accident

Use 'accident' in both formal and informal contexts when discussing unintentional events. Avoid using it in situations where intent is involved or when describing planned events.

Grammar pattern

accident + object

Memory hint

Imagine a car 'accident' as a car 'accidentally' hitting something.

Related words

Collocations with Accident

  • bad
  • dreadful
  • horrible
  • be involved in
  • have
  • meet with
  • happen
  • occur
  • take place
  • black spot
  • victim
  • prevention
  • in an/​the accident
  • an accident involving
  • an accident waiting to happen
  • the scene of the accident
  • mere
  • pure
  • sheer
  • by accident
  • an accident of birth
  • an accident of history
  • be no accident that…

Synonyms for Accident

Opposites of Accident

Common mistakes with Accident

  • Confused with 'incident' - 'incident' can imply a more serious event.
  • Using 'accident' in a context where something was done deliberately.
  • Incorrectly using 'accident' as a verb.

Compare Accident with Crash, Collision, Event, Misfortune

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Frequently asked questions about Accident

What does Accident mean?

Something that happens unexpectedly, usually causing harm or damage.

What is the definition of Accident?

an unpleasant event, especially in a vehicle, that happens unexpectedly and causes injury or damage

How do you use Accident in a sentence?

The car accident caused a long traffic jam.

Can you give another example of Accident?

He had an accident while riding his bicycle.

What are synonyms for Accident?

Common alternatives include mishap, crash, collision, event, misfortune.

What is the opposite of Accident?

Opposite meanings include intentional act, design.

What words go with Accident?

It commonly pairs with bad, dreadful, horrible, be involved in, have, meet with, happen, occur, take place, black spot, victim, prevention, in an/​the accident, an accident involving, an accident waiting to happen, the scene of the accident, mere, pure, sheer, by accident, an accident of birth, an accident of history, be no accident that….

What are common mistakes when using Accident?

Confused with 'incident' - 'incident' can imply a more serious event. Using 'accident' in a context where something was done deliberately. Incorrectly using 'accident' as a verb.

How do you pronounce Accident?

US: /["/ˈæksɪdənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈæksɪdənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Accident?

Use 'accident' in both formal and informal contexts when discussing unintentional events. Avoid using it in situations where intent is involved or when describing planned events.

What CEFR level is Accident?

"Accident" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.