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hap

The word “hap” has 1 syllable: hap

It's pronounced as /hæp/

What is synonym and antonym for hap?

In the thesaurus, “hap” has 105 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for hap

Antonyms for hap

  • certainty
  • design
  • intent
  • intention
  • misfortune
  • outline
  • plan
  • purpose
  • scheme

Meanings of hap

  • noun
    1. (in the plural) Happenings; events; goings-on.
    2. That which happens; an occurrence or happening, especially an unexpected, random, chance, or fortuitous event; chance; fortune; luck.
    3. (Western Pennsylvania) A wrap, such as a quilt or a comforter. Also, a small or folded blanket placed on the end of a bed to keep feet warm.
    4. Any of the cichlid fishes of the tribe Haplochromini.
  • verb
    1. To happen; to befall; to chance.
    2. To happen to.
    3. To wrap, clothe.

Example Sentences

  • He left it all to hap and chance, trusting fate to guide him.
  • A sudden hap brought them together after years apart.
  • In old poetry, hap often refers to luck or fortune.
  • She blamed the misfortune on an ill hap beyond her control.
  • The knight rode forth, hoping for a lucky hap in battle.

On this page you'll find 114 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hap, such as: accident, achievement, advantage, adventure, affair, arise, bad luck.

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