Event (Noun)
Meaning 1
A phenomenon located at a single point in space-time; the fundamental observational entity in relativity theory.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Meaning 2
A phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon; "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Aftermath
- Outgrowth
- Backwash
- Reverberation
- Impact
- Response
- Byproduct
- Dent
- Offspring
- Butterfly Effect
- Coriolis Effect
- Offset
- Harvest
- Change
- Aftereffect
- Side Effect
- Brisance
- By-product
- Wallop
- Influence
- Product
- Branch
- Repercussion
- Materialization
- Knock-on Effect
- Coattails Effect
- Domino Effect
- Offshoot
- Position Effect
- Spillover
- Bandwagon Effect
- Wake
- Materialisation
- Placebo Effect
- Fallout
Related Words
Meaning 3
Something that happens at a given place and time.
Classification
Unique beginner for nouns.
Hyponyms
Meaning 4
A special set of circumstances; "in that event, the first possibility is excluded"; "it may rain in which case the picnic will be canceled".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.