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What is another word for befall?

1996 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ bɪfˈɔːl], [ bɪfˈɔːl], [ b_ɪ_f_ˈɔː_l]

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    Synonyms for Befall:

    How to use "Befall" in context?

    Befall can be defined as to suddenly become the victim of an event, or to experience something as an involuntary result of something else. In many cases, befalling refers to something bad happening to someone, but in some cases it can mean something as commonplace as getting sick.

    Befall can be experienced in a variety of ways. For instance, when one is struck by lightening, they may befall injury. The victim of a natural disaster can be befalling physical and psychological trauma. And even something as commonplace as getting a cold can result in befalling symptoms.

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