instance
noun
1. an occurrence of something
- another instance occurred yesterday
Similar word(s): case, example
Definition categories: event, happening, occurrence, occurrent
2. an item of information that is typical of a class or group
Similar word(s): example, illustration, representative
Definition categories: thought, information
Sentences with instance as a noun:
- It sends some precious instance of itself/ After the thing it loves. Hamlet IV. v. ca. 1602