simultaneous — happening, existing, or done at the same time
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: happening, existing, or done at the same time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəs/
Example Sentences
- The twins had simultaneous sneezes during the quiet wedding ceremony.
- Scientists observed simultaneous volcanic eruptions on three different continents.
- My phone and laptop crashed simultaneously right before my important presentation.
simultaneous
ADJECTIVE[/ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəs/]
happening, existing, or done at the same time
The twins blew out their birthday candles in one simultaneous breath.
Instantaneous activation meets spontaneous celebration - all simultaneous!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Medieval Latin 'simultaneus', derived from Latin 'simul' meaning 'at the same time' combined with the suffix '-aneous' (meaning 'of the nature of'). The term was formed to express the concept of things occurring together.
Breakdown
simul- (at the same time, together) + -tane- (occurring together) + -ous (adjective suffix) = simultaneous
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📝Examples
“The twins had simultaneous sneezes during the quiet wedding ceremony.”
“Scientists observed simultaneous volcanic eruptions on three different continents.”
“My phone and laptop crashed simultaneously right before my important presentation.”
“The orchestra performed a simultaneous crescendo that gave everyone goosebumps.”
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