Spell Bee Word: occurred

Basic Details

Word: Occurred

Part of Speech: Verb

Meaning: Happened or took place.

Synonyms: Happened, Took place, Arose

Antonyms: Stopped, Ended, Disappeared

Idioms and Phrases

1. When it occurs to someone: To suddenly think of something. Example: "It occurred to me that I had left the lights on in the house."
2. As it occurs: Referring to events happening as they come. Example: "We're going to discuss the issues as they occur during the meeting."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The fireworks display occurred last night, and it was spectacular.

Example 2: The accident occurred due to the slippery roads after the rain.

Example 3: A great idea occurred to her while she was taking a shower.

Fun Fact

The word "occurred" comes from the Latin word "occurre," which means "to run to" or "to come to mind." It reflects the idea of something coming forth or taking place.

Famous Quote

"What happens to us is not as important as how we react to what happens." Epictetus

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "occurred" mean?

a) To finish
b) To happen
c) To discover
d) To build

Answer: b) To happen

2. Which of these is a synonym of "occurred"?

a) Stopped
b) Happened
c) Disappeared
d) Ended

Answer: b) Happened

3. Which sentence uses "occurred" correctly?

a) The event occurred on Saturday.
b) The dog occurred at the park.
c) She occurred a new task.
d) They occurred into the room quietly.

Answer: a) The event occurred on Saturday.

4. Which idiom means to suddenly think of something?

a) As it occurs
b) When it occurs to someone
c) Out of the blue
d) A piece of cake

Answer: b) When it occurs to someone

5. What is the opposite of "occurred"?

a) Disappeared
b) Happened
c) Awakened
d) Departed

Answer: a) Disappeared