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Grade 5
(ac-ci-dent) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. something that happens by chance and is not planned.

Example Sentence

The woman said that knocking over the vase was an accident.

More Example Sentences

The car crash was a terrible accident.

Synonyms

mishap; mistake; error

Antonyms

plan; intention; purpose

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Rhymes

  • accident
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