Incident Definition & Meaning
incident
- adjective
- falling or striking of light rays on something; "incident light"
- (sometimes followed by `to') minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence; "incidental expenses"; "the road will bring other incidental advantages"; "extra duties incidental to the job"; "labor problems incidental to a rapid expansion"; "confusion incidental to a quick change"
- noun
- a single distinct event
- a public disturbance; "the police investigated an incident at the bus station"
"Incident" in song lyrics
See how incident is used in real songs:
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"Invisible scars that cannot be traced to any one incident"
Desdamona — What I Might Say -
"If I let him live, he'll start another incident"
Eightball — Time -
"To inform the elders of the incident"
Jedi Mind Tricks w/ Lost children of Babylon — Crop Circle Communion
Words that rhyme with incident
Usage tips for "incident"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "incident" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for incident to find words that pair well.