concurrent
UK: kənˈkʌrənt | US: kənˈkɜːrənt
adj. happening or existing at the same time
adj. operating or acting in conjunction
adj. (law) having overlapping jurisdiction or authority
The word "concurrent" traces back to Latin concurrere (to run together), combining con- (together) and currere (to run). The root curr- appears in many English words (e.g., "current," "course"), reflecting motion or progression. Over time, "concurrent" evolved from literal running together to abstract simultaneity or cooperation, retaining the core idea of aligned action.
The two events were concurrent, making it impossible to attend both.
The software uses concurrent processes to improve efficiency.
The judges issued concurrent rulings on the case.
Their research interests are often concurrent.
The concert was broadcast with concurrent translations in three languages.