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Fortuitous

Verb / fɔ:ˈrtu:ɪtʌs / Another word for fortuitous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fortuitous means happening by chance or luck.

Synonyms & similar words

causeless uncaused accidental unplanned unexpected serendipitous chance fortunate lucky auspicious fluky coincidental propitious casual unforeseen unintended unlooked-for random unanticipated spontaneous unpredictable incidental

Example sentences

  1. I had a fortuitous encounter with my favorite author at the bookstore.
  2. Finding money on the street was a fortuitous surprise.
  3. The rain stopped just in time for our picnic, it was fortuitous.
  4. The fortuitous arrival of a taxi saved us from being late.
  5. It was fortuitous that I found my lost keys in the coat pocket.

Quotes

  • Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. - Seneca
  • In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity. - Albert Einstein
  • Opportunity does not knock, it presents itself when you beat down the door. - Kyle Chandler

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