noun
event
ih-VENT/ɪˈvent/
An occurrence at a particular time.
Musicians perform for a small audience at the outdoor event.
Etymology
“Out” plus “come” gives the image of something coming out or resulting. English first used the word for a consequence, then for something that happens, including an organized occasion.
In context
for a gala, for a special event, for a wedding, for, you know, something like that, out of a special occasion fabric
More examples
- The earthquake is a major event in the city's history.
- She competes in three swimming events this weekend.
- Clicking the button triggers an event in the program.
Forms
event · events
eventful adjective — Full of interesting or important happenings.
Similar words
- occurrence
- Focuses on something happening, without suggesting a planned gathering.
- incident
- Usually a specific episode, often involving trouble or conflict.
- occasion
- Often a special time marked by celebration or ceremony.