🚑accident

noun
/ˈæksɪdənt/

Meaning

An unexpected and unplanned event, often resulting in damage or injury.
an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally
An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally.

Example Sentences

He was injured in a car accident last night.

The car accident happened on the highway during rush hour.

Safety measures aim to prevent accidents.

Example Expressions

by accident

Synonyms

mishap, crash, disaster, incident, collision
Entry 1
mishap, crash, disaster, incident
Entry 2
mishap, incident, crash, collision
Entry 3
mishap, collision

Antonyms

intention, plan, design, purpose, deliberation
Entry 1
intention, plan
Entry 2
intention, plan, design, purpose
Entry 3
intention, deliberation

Collocations

car accident, road accident, fatal accident, happen by accident, by accident, accident report
Entry 1
car accident, road accident, fatal accident, happen by accident
Entry 2
car accident, by accident, accident report

More Example Sentences

What type of loss did the accident incur?

How did the accident occur on the freeway?

On which highway did you see the accident?

Did you see any accident with your own eyes?

What type of accident occurred before your eyes?

What type of loss did the accident incur in Chicago?

Did you see any accident with your own eyes on the highway?

Did you ever see any accident that occurred in front of you?

Did you ever see any accident that occurred in New York City?

What type of accident occurred before your eyes in Los Angeles?

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