Occurred
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Past tense of occur, meaning to happen or take place, especially unexpectedly or by chance. Also means to exist or be found in a particular place or situation, or to come into someone's mind.
“The accident occurred at the busy intersection during the morning rush hour.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/əˈkɜːd/
Syllables
oc·curred
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Wordle
Eight letters with double C and double R; contains four vowels (O, U, E)
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Scrabble
Worth 12 points; challenging spelling with two sets of doubled consonants
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