1
as in occurrence
the occurrence or existence of several things at once
the concurrence of my birthday and the concert by my favorite band made my preference for a birthday present pretty obvious
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in agreement
the state of being of one opinion about something
looked for some sign of concurrence among the delegates to the conference
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in permission
the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something
we needed the concurrence of the boss before proceeding with the project
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of concurrence
Justice Elena Kagan filed a separate concurrence, joined by Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
—
Kevin Cope, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2026
Just one week away from concurrence, the Kentucky legislature is moving quickly to pass laws on a priority topic — public education.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
In the eyes of history, however, the more influential opinion was a concurrence by Justice Robert Jackson.
—Jeffrey Rosen, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2026
Gorsuch explained this masterfully in his concurrence.
—David French, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for concurrence
Kevin Cope, The Conversation, 3 Apr. 2026
Just one week away from concurrence, the Kentucky legislature is moving quickly to pass laws on a priority topic — public education.
—Kathryn Muchnick, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
In the eyes of history, however, the more influential opinion was a concurrence by Justice Robert Jackson.
—Jeffrey Rosen, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2026
Gorsuch explained this masterfully in his concurrence.
—David French, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for concurrence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for concurrence
Noun
-
These kinds of encounters become an everyday occurrence at the festival.—
Steven Gaydos,
Variety,
15 May 2026
-
Its occurrence is predictable, but the crappie spawn by no means guarantees coolers brimming with fish.—
John Phillips,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2026
Noun
-
Trump has been threatening for weeks that the ceasefire struck in mid-April could end if Iran did not strike a deal, with shifting parameters for striking such an agreement.—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
-
This year, however, the band members were clearly in agreement about hitting the road to celebrate Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, albeit in much larger venues than the ones Corgan played on his own.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
18 May 2026
Noun
-
The vessel had been stranded off its intended final destination, Cape Verde in West Africa, after authorities denied it permission to dock there.—
Patrick Smith,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
-
Would doctors have withheld a relatively minor procedure that would prevent imminent death of a young adult with (potentially) a full life ahead because the proxy refused to give permission?—
Adam W. Gaffney,
STAT,
18 May 2026
Noun
-
The choice of destination for Kate’s first trip abroad since her 2024 cancer diagnosis is no coincidence as early years development is the signature cause of the mother of three who will one day be queen.—
Silvia Stellacci,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
-
The choice of destination for her first trip abroad since her 2024 cancer diagnosis is no coincidence, as early years development is the signature cause for Kate, the mother of three who will one day be queen.—
Jean-Nicholas Fievet,
NBC news,
13 May 2026
Noun
-
Because his stance on climate change conflicts with overwhelming scientific consensus, the president has removed climate information from federal websites, approved scientifically unsound reports that favor fossil fuels, and gutted key scientific agencies and boards.—
Joseph Bonasia,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
-
So far, there’s been no critical breakouts; Reviews have been balanced, but there’s no consensus.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Noun
-
As a result, many analysts want an update on Nvidia's plans to return some of it to investors — perhaps via a dividend boost or a major increase in its share repurchase authorization.—
Zev Fima,Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
17 May 2026
-
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in April initially said the US would not renew the sanctions waiver allowing purchases of some Russian crude before ultimately issuing a new authorization two days later.—
Jennifer A. Dlouhy,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Noun
-
Managing the process technologically can be a significant benefit, with configurations allowing some degree of coexistence between programs, providing a much greater window for change.—
Thomas Berndorfer,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
-
Activists from Standing Together, an Israeli Palestinian coexistence group, moved in to try to stop the confrontation, video circulated by the organization showed.—
Julia Frankel,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
Noun
-
Getting the pelican-frog duo to perform in unison was a feat of mechanical artistry for the team, not to mention the choreography needed by the puppeteer.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
-
After a dance break, the class reads a one-page text together in unison for one minute, then students split into pairs to read again.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Concurrence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concurrence. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
