befell

The word “befell” has 2 syllables: be-fell

It's pronounced as /bɪˈfɛl/


What is synonym and antonym for befell?

In the thesaurus, “befell” has 58 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for befell along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for befell

Antonyms for befell

Meanings of befell

  • verb
    1. To fall upon; fall all over; overtake.
    2. To happen.
    3. To happen to.
    4. To fall.

Example Sentences

  • A terrible accident befell the small fishing village last winter.
  • Nobody expected the tragedy that befell the famous actor.
  • Great hardship befell the travelers during their journey across the desert.
  • The same problem befell several companies in the industry.
  • An unusual silence befell the crowd after the announcement.

On this page you'll find 60 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to befell, such as: action, arose, bechance, betide, betided, break, broke.

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