Come about — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb

Meaning & Definition of Come about

Come about (verb)

  1. happen
  2. to change direction
  3. to shift to a new tack

Come about (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to take place

    "how did all this come about?"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Come about

The most common words with a similar meaning to Come about:

Slang: go down

Word Forms of Come about

Inflections: came about, coming about, comes about

Origin & Etymology of Come about

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Come about

What does "Come about" mean?

"Come about" means happen. As a verb, it is defined as: happen.

What is another word for "Come about"?

Other words for "Come about" include be, befall, betide, chance, come, come down, come off and cook. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Come about" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Come about"?

There are 33 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Come about". Common alternatives include be, befall, betide, chance, come, come down, come off, cook, do and go down.

How do you use "Come about" in a sentence?

Examples of "Come about" in a sentence: "how did all this come about?".

Is "Come about" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Come about" is a verb.

What is the origin of the word "Come about"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Come about" meaning "to take place"?

When "Come about" (verb) means to take place, synonyms include be, befall, betide, chance, come and come down.

What words are related to "Come about"?

Words related to "Come about" include break, develop, rise, shape (up), arise, come up, crop (up) and materialize.