Simultaneous

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /saɪˈmʌlˈteɪniəs/

Definitions of simultaneous

adjective occurring, operating, or done at the same time

Example Sentences

A1 I can't talk on the phone and drive simultaneously.

A2 The dancers performed a simultaneous routine on stage.

B1 The project required simultaneous collaboration from multiple teams.

B2 The two countries signed a simultaneous agreement to strengthen diplomatic ties.

C1 The orchestra played the symphony with simultaneous precision and emotion.

C2 The CEO managed to handle multiple crises simultaneously, showcasing her exceptional leadership skills.

adverb simultaneously

Example Sentences

A1 I can walk and chew gum simultaneously.

A2 She can listen to music and study simultaneously.

B1 The team members worked simultaneously on different tasks.

B2 The actors delivered their lines simultaneously, creating a powerful scene.

C1 The orchestra played the complex piece with perfect timing, each musician performing their part simultaneously.

C2 The synchronized swimmers moved through the water simultaneously, creating a beautiful and mesmerizing performance.

Examples of simultaneous in a Sentence

formal The two events were scheduled to occur simultaneously.

informal We need to do both tasks at the same time.

slang Let's multitask and handle everything simultaneously.

figurative Balancing work and personal life can feel like juggling multiple balls simultaneously.

Grammatical Forms of simultaneous

past tense

simultaneously

plural

simultaneouses

comparative

more simultaneous

superlative

most simultaneous

present tense

simultaneous

future tense

will simultaneous

perfect tense

have simultaneous

continuous tense

is simultaneous

singular

simultaneous

positive degree

simultaneous

infinitive

to simultaneous

gerund

simultaneously

participle

simultaneous

Origin and Evolution of simultaneous

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'simultaneous' originated from the Latin word 'simultaneus', which is derived from the prefix 'simul' meaning 'together' and the suffix '-taneus' indicating 'pertaining to'.
Evolution of the word: The word 'simultaneous' has retained its original meaning of occurring, existing, or operating at the same time without significant changes in its usage over time.