Supervene

soo-per-VEEN (/ˌsuːpəˈviːn/)

to occur as something additional, often unexpected.

“If environmental changes supervene, goldfish can quickly adapt, demonstrating memory and learning abilities that last for months.”

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lacking a plan, purpose, or enthusiasm; erratic.

a cause of great trouble or suffering.

irritable; bad-tempered.

the act of collecting, comparing, or arranging something.

sincere remorse or regret for wrongdoing.

walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.