collide
Collide (verb) means to crash into something else with force, usually by accident. Example: “The two cars collided at the intersection during the storm.”
How to use collide
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo crash into each other, whether that's physical objects or clashing opinions.
Word forms
collided past tense, collides singular
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The two cars _____ at the intersection during the storm.
Etymology
From Latin collidere, "to strike together" — from com- ("together") and laedere ("to strike or hurt").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for collide
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What does “collide” mean?
The word “collide” means to crash into something else with force, usually by accident. In plain terms, to crash into each other, whether that's physical objects or clashing opinions.
How do you pronounce “collide”?
“Collide” is pronounced kuh-LYD (/kəˈlaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “collide” in a sentence?
Here is “collide” used in a sentence: “The two cars collided at the intersection during the storm.”
What is another word for “collide”?
Words with a similar meaning to “collide” include clash.
What part of speech is “collide”?
“Collide” is a verb.
Where does the word “collide” come from?
The word “collide” comes from Latin. From Latin collidere, "to strike together" — from com- ("together") and laedere ("to strike or hurt").
Is “collide” a common word?
“Collide” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “collide” have?
“Collide” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to crash into something else with force, usually by accident.