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Concurrent

UK //kənˈkʌrənt// US //kənˈkɜrnənt// Pronunciation

Definition

Existing, happening, or done at the same time.

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In simple words: Happening at the same time.

Examples

• The two projects were developed **concurrently** to save time.
• There are **concurrent** sessions scheduled for the conference.
• The **concurrent** events created confusion among the attendees.

Usage notes

Used in contexts involving simultaneous events. Avoid in casual conversation; more suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'con' as in 'together'; 'current' as in 'happening now' — they happen together!

Collocations

• concurrent events
• concurrent programs
• concurrent users

Synonyms

• simultaneous
• synchronous
• coexisting
• concomitant
• parallel

Antonyms

• sequential
• successive

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'concurrent' vs 'consecutive'.
• Using 'concurrent' incorrectly to describe unrelated events.
• Mispronouncing the word, stressing the wrong syllable.