Coetaneous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌkō-ə-ˈtā-nē-əs/ co·e·ta·ne·ous

Meaning & Definition of Coetaneous

Coetaneous (adjective)

  1. coeval

Coetaneous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. existing or occurring at the same period of time

    "the Spanish founding of San Francisco and the British colonies' declaration of independence from the mother country were coetaneous events that occurred on opposite ends of the continent"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Coetaneous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Coetaneous:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Coetaneous

Words with the opposite meaning of Coetaneous:

Origin & Etymology of Coetaneous

Latin coaetāneus "person of the same age" (from co- co- + aet-, shortened from aetāt-, aetās "age, time of life, lifetime" + -āneus, suffix forming adjectives from temporal words) + -ous age:1

First known use: 1608

Frequently Asked Questions about Coetaneous

What does "Coetaneous" mean?

"Coetaneous" means coeval. As an adjective, it is defined as: coeval.

What is another word for "Coetaneous"?

Other words for "Coetaneous" include coeval, coexistent, coexisting, coextensive, coincident, coincidental, concurrent and contemporaneous. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Coetaneous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Coetaneous"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Coetaneous". Common alternatives include coeval, coexistent, coexisting, coextensive, coincident, coincidental, concurrent, contemporaneous, contemporary and coterminous.

What is the opposite of "Coetaneous"?

Antonyms of "Coetaneous" include asynchronous, noncontemporary, nonsimultaneous and nonsynchronous.

How do you use "Coetaneous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Coetaneous" in a sentence: "the Spanish founding of San Francisco and the British colonies' declaration of independence from the mother country were coetaneous events that occurred on opposite ends of the continent".

Is "Coetaneous" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Coetaneous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Coetaneous"?

"Coetaneous" is pronounced /ˌkō-ə-ˈtā-nē-əs/ and divided into syllables as co·e·ta·ne·ous.

What is the origin of the word "Coetaneous"?

"Coetaneous" comes from Latin coaetāneus "person of the same age" (from co- co- + aet-, shortened from aetāt-, aetās "age, time of life, lifetime" + -āneus, suffix forming adjectives from temporal words) + -ous age:1. First known use: 1608.