Synonyms for Incidental & Similar Words
Definition of 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"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "incidental"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like accompanying, attendant, concomitant can replace "incidental" 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 12 alternatives available, "incidental" 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.
"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