Reoccurrence

Pronunciation: /riəˈkʌrəns/

Definitions of reoccurrence

noun a repeated instance

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like the reoccurrence of bad weather in this area.

A2 The reoccurrence of the same mistake is frustrating.

B1 The reoccurrence of this issue indicates a deeper problem.

B2 The reoccurrence of similar themes in his work shows a consistent style.

C1 The reoccurrence of these events suggests a pattern that needs to be addressed.

C2 The reoccurrence of these symptoms could be a sign of a more serious medical condition.

Examples of reoccurrence in a Sentence

formal The reoccurrence of the flu virus each year is a major concern for public health officials.

informal I'm tired of the reoccurrence of drama in our friend group.

slang The reoccurrence of that annoying habit is really getting on my nerves.

figurative The reoccurrence of bad luck seems to follow him wherever he goes.

Grammatical Forms of reoccurrence

• past tense: reoccurred
• plural: reoccurrences
• comparative: more reoccurring
• superlative: most reoccurring
• present tense: reoccur
• future tense: will reoccur
• perfect tense: has reoccurred
• continuous tense: is reoccurring
• singular: reoccurrence
• positive degree: reoccurring
• infinitive: to reoccur
• gerund: reoccurring
• participle: reoccurring

Origin and Evolution of reoccurrence

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'reoccurrence' originated from the combination of the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'occurrence' which comes from the Latin word 'occurrence' meaning 'falling upon, happening'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'reoccurrence' has come to be commonly used to refer to something happening again or repeatedly, with the prefix 're-' emphasizing the repetition of the occurrence.