Occasion Definition & Meaning
occasion
- noun
- an event that occurs at a critical time; "at such junctures he always had an impulse to leave"; "it was needed only on special occasions"
- a vaguely specified social event; "the party was quite an affair"; "an occasion arranged to honor the president"; "a seemingly endless round of social functions"
- reason; "there was no occasion for complaint"
- the time of a particular event; "on the occasion of his 60th birthday"
- an opportunity to do something; "there was never an occasion for her to demonstrate her skill"
- verb
- give occasion to
"Occasion" in song lyrics
See how occasion is used in real songs:
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"But she ain't waiting for him to rise to the occasion"
88 Keys f/ Kanye West — Stay Up (Viagra) -
"on any occasion"
Aceyalone — Greatest Show On Earth (Bar 9 Remix) -
"As I rise to the occasion"
Almighty — The Saga Begins
Words that rhyme with occasion
Usage tips for "occasion"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "occasion" 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 occasion to find words that pair well.