HAPS Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

haps 1 of 3

noun (1)

plural of hap

as in things

something that happens we must make the best of both the good and the bad haps of life

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Relevance

as in luck

the uncertain course of events by hap and circumstance, he ended up as a cartoonist in New York

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haps

2 of 3

noun (2)

plural of hap, dialect

as in quilts

a decorative cloth used as a top covering for a bed the hap was a patchwork quilt that the old woman had made herself

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haps

3 of 3

verb

present tense third-person singular of hap

as in happens

to take place what wondrous events hath happed this Christmas Day?

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Recent Examples of haps

Noun

Check out his latest artwork, photos and adventures from the past, and current haps on his website Cory Richards Dot Com. — Outside Online, 3 Dec. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for haps

Noun

You could be tempted to dismiss a creative venture or categorize a social invite as frivolous, all because there are more productive things to do.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
The curved back is another nice touch that keeps things modern and fresh.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of things

Noun

Its patchwork patterns are reminiscent of antique quilts with plenty of Southern charm, and they’re printed and stitched in sections along the length of the quilt.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
Better Homes & Gardens Stripe Chambray Quilt Cotton quilts typically have three layers; the two thin outer layers can wick away moisture and provide a cooling effect, which is why this chambray quilt is the perfect summer layer for your bed.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026

Definition of quilts

Verb

But the extremely rapid pace here also raises concern about what happens if, or when, the boom starts to dissipate.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
When that happens, continue beating until the mixture is smooth and some of the batter sticks to the sides of the bowl, another minute or so.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of happens

Noun

With household budgets under pressure, consumers are searching harder for value — shopping earlier, comparing prices across retailers and spreading purchases across multiple promotional events.

— Jill Standish, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Signs quickly piled up at his roadside memorial blaming Bustillos for the chain of events and telling other drivers to slow down.

— Jacob Sisneros, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026