Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To come across someone or something unexpectedly or to face a challenge or difficulty.
Encounter
/ɪnˈkaʊntə/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
I often encounter problems at work.You may encounter wild animals in the forest.
Etymology:
The word encounter originates from Old French encontre, based on Latin in- meaning in + contra meaning against. Its use as a verb is attested from the late 13th century.
Usage Statistics:
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