ACCIDENTS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause

Example: winning the lottery was a happy accident; the pregnancy was a stroke of bad luck; it was due to an accident or fortuity

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

an unfortunate mishap

Example: especially one causing damage or injury

Synonyms

Accident, Fortuity, Stroke, Chance event