happening

/ˈhæpnɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To occur or take place.

    “Let me tell you how it happened.”
  2. 2

    To happen to; to befall.

  3. 3

    (with infinitive) To do or occur by chance or unexpectedly.

    “Do you happen to have an umbrella?”
  4. 4

    (followed by on or upon) To encounter by chance.

Synonyms

adjective

  1. 1

    (of a place) Busy, lively; vibrant, dynamic; fashionable.

    “This is a happening place tonight!”
  2. 2

    (of a person or product) Trendy, up-to-the-minute.

    “He is a real happening guy.”

noun

  1. 1

    Something that happens.

  2. 2

    A spontaneous or improvised event, especially one that involves audience participation.

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