Synonyms for

Fortune

Verb / ˈfɔ:rtʃʌn / / ˈfɔ:rtʃu:n / Another word for fortune — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a large amount of money or assets; luck or fate

Synonyms & similar words

lot chance portion destiny fate circumstances hazard luck wealth prosperity riches assets estate treasure windfall bonanza break luck fate destiny kismet serendipity chance opportunity circumstance coincidence happenstance

Synonyms by register

Formal

destiny fate providence serendipity

Informal

luck chance break windfall

Literary

kismet hap boon

Antonyms

misfortune unluckiness poverty destitution failure ruin

Common collocations

  • good fortune
  • bad fortune
  • own fortune
  • seek fortune
  • make a fortune
  • fortune favors
  • fortune teller
  • fortune hunter

Word family

noun fortune
verb fortune
adjective fortunate
adverb fortunately

Usage note

While 'fortune' can refer to wealth, it more broadly encompasses luck or destiny, both good and bad. 'Good fortune' and 'bad fortune' are common pairings.

Example sentences

  1. She was born into a fortune and never had to work.
  2. He lost his fortune when the stock market crashed.
  3. They made their fortune by starting a successful business.
  4. It was fortune that brought them together.
  5. She hoped for good fortune on her upcoming job interview.

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