occasion — a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈkeɪʒən/
Example Sentences
- My mom only wears her diamond earrings on special occasions... like going to the grocery store.
- The wedding was such a joyful occasion that even the cake was crying... oh wait, that was just melting.
- On this occasion, I would like to thank everyone who supported me.
occasion
NOUN[/əˈkeɪʒən/]
a particular time or instance of an event; a special or formal event
Dressing up for a special occasion
On this special occasion, persuasion prevents invasion!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin occidere, meaning 'to fall' or 'to happen.' The sense evolved from the literal notion of time 'falling upon' or arriving at a particular moment, eventually coming to denote a special or opportune time.
Breakdown
oc- (toward) + cadere (to fall) = occasion. The prefix oc- (a variant of ob-, meaning 'toward') combines with cadere (to fall), originally describing a moment that 'falls toward' or befalls one.
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📝Examples
“My mom only wears her diamond earrings on special occasions... like going to the grocery store.”
“The wedding was such a joyful occasion that even the cake was crying... oh wait, that was just melting.”
“On this occasion, I would like to thank everyone who supported me.”
“She only drinks wine on special occasions, which apparently includes Tuesdays.”
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