Simultaneously

Definition

Simultaneously is an adverb used to describe events, actions, or processes happening at the same time or occurring concurrently.

Parts of Speech

• Adverb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsaɪməlˈteɪniəsli/
• Respelling: SY-muhl-TAY-nee-əs-lee (with "SY" as in "sigh," "muhl" as in "mull," "TAY" as in "lay," "nee" as in "knee," "əs" as a schwa sound like the 'a' in "sofa," and "lee" as in "see")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌsaɪmʌlˈteɪniəsli/
• Respelling: SY-muhl-TAY-nee-əs-lee (similar to American English, with "SY" as in "sigh," "muhl" slightly differing as in "hull," "TAY" like in "lay," "nee" as in "knee," "əs" as a schwa sound, and "lee" as in "see")

In both dialects, "simultaneously" is pronounced with the primary stress on the third syllable, "TAY." The pronunciation reflects the word's complex structure and emphasizes its syllabic rhythm. Differences mainly lie in subtle variations in the vowel sounds.

Etymology

The word "simultaneously" originates from the Latin word "simul," meaning 'at the same time' plus the suffix "-taneous" akin to Latin "tānēre" to stretch, and the adverbial suffix "-ly."

Derivatives

• Simultaneous
• Simultaneity
• Simultaneousness
• Non-simultaneous
• Semi-simultaneous

Synonyms

• Concurrently
• At the same time
• Together

Antonyms

• Sequentially
• Consecutively
• Separately

Usage

The word "simultaneously" is used across many different disciplines to describe actions, processes, or events that occur at the same time. It's often utilized in technical, scientific, and everyday contexts to denote concurrent happenings.

Related Terms

• Synchronous
• Asynchronous
• Parallel

Detailed Definition

Adverb

• Occurring at the Same Time: Describing actions, processes, or events happening at the exact same time or within a common time frame.
• Example: The athletes finished the race simultaneously, making it a tie.

• Occurring Together: Referring to actions or events that occur together, though not necessarily at the exact same moment.
• Example: She was able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously throughout the day.