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fortunate
[fawr-chuh-nit]
adjective
having good fortune; receiving good from uncertain or unexpected sources; lucky.
a fortunate young actor who got the lead in the play.
bringing or indicating good fortune: resulting favorably; auspicious.
She made a fortunate decision to go on to medical school.
well-to-do; comfortable; prosperous.
a summer camp for less fortunate fourth graders.
fortunate
/ ˈɔːʃəɪ /
adjective
having good luck; lucky
occurring by or bringing good fortune or luck; auspicious
Confusables Note
Other Word Forms
- fortunately adverb
- fortunateness noun
- quasi-fortunate adjective
- quasi-fortunately adverb
- superfortunate adjective
- superfortunately adverb
- ˈڴǰٳܲԲٱԱ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of fortunate1
Example Sentences
Auckland were perhaps fortunate not to lose by a heavier margin as Bayern peppered their goal with 31 attempts – including 17 on target – while enjoying 72% of possession.
Jones says he was fortunate to be among a select few broadcasters who could still attend matches, but that it was a "surreal" environment.
He said that Hochul and Pritzker are examples of leaders who rose up to protect less fortunate Americans in their respective states and don’t allow the Republicans to bully their residents.
"I have been fortunate to have the opportunity to represent Britain around the world and work with incredible organisations that are supporting communities in need and inspiring the next generation," Beckham added.
Aaron Pierre: I’ve been very fortunate and very blessed on my journey.
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Someone who is fortunate has good fortune or enjoys good luck and success. How is fortunate different from happy and lucky? Find out on Thesaurus.com.
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