5+ Synonyms for Incident & Similar Words
Definition of 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
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "incident"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like incidental, parenthetic, parenthetical can replace "incident" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 5 alternatives available, "incident" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Incident" in song lyrics
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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
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