Basic Details
Word: Concurrent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Happening at the same time or simultaneously.
Synonyms: Simultaneous, coexisting, synchronised
Antonyms: Sequential, consecutive, alternate
Idioms and Phrases
- Concurrent events: Events that occur at the same time. Example: "The concert and the local fair were concurrent events that made the town lively."
- Concurrent users: Individuals accessing a service at the same time. Example: "The website crashed because there were too many concurrent users trying to log in."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The two films were shown on the same night, leading to many concurrent audiences in different theatres.
Example 2: The teacher planned concurrent lessons for the different groups to maximise learning time.
Example 3: During the marathon, there were concurrent races for both adults and children happening at the same time.
Fun Fact
The term "concurrent" comes from the Latin word "concurrere," which means "to run together." This reflects the idea of things happening together in time or space.
Famous Quote
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs (Reflecting on finding joy in concurrent tasks that may seem overwhelming.)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "concurrent" mean?
a) Happening one after the other
b) Happening at the same time
c) Happening rarely
d) Happening without any timing
Answer: b) Happening at the same time
2. Which of these is a synonym of "concurrent"?
a) Simultaneous
b) Delayed
c) Isolated
d) Independent
Answer: a) Simultaneous
3. Which sentence uses "concurrent" correctly?
a) The concurrent sun and moon created a beautiful twilight.
b) The concurrent music played one after another.
c) The concurrent meetings kept everyone very busy at work.
d) The concurrent rain and snow made the weather unpredictable.
Answer: c) The concurrent meetings kept everyone very busy at work.
4. Which idiom refers to events happening simultaneously?
a) Concurrent events
b) Break the ice
c) In hot water
d) A blessing in disguise
Answer: a) Concurrent events
5. What is the opposite of "concurrent"?
a) Noisy
b) Sequential
c) Similar
d) Equal
Answer: b) Sequential
