Incidental Definition
incidental
adjective
- (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"
- not of prime or central importance; "nonessential to the integral meanings of poetry"- Pubs.MLA
- following or accompanying as a consequence; "an excessive growth of bureaucracy, with attendant problems"; "snags incidental to the changeover in management"; "attendant circumstances"; "the period of tension and consequent need for military preparedness"; "the ensuant response to his appeal"; "the resultant savings were considerable"
noun
- (frequently plural) an expense not budgeted or not specified; "he requested reimbursement of $7 for incidental expenses"
- an item that is incidental
"Incidental" in song lyrics
See how incidental is used in real songs:
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"Is it a lie or is it incidental?"
Lakim Shabazz — No Justice No Peace -
"Mon-Diggi split your wiggy - probably incidental"
MC Eiht f/ Boom Bam, Mon-Diggi — Tough Guyz
Words that rhyme with incidental
Usage tips for "incidental"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "incidental" 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 incidental to find words that pair well.