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Synonyms & Similar Words
lucky event
fortunate occurrence
happy chance
auspicious happening
propitious circumstance
favorable incident
successful outcome
positive experience
beneficial situation
advantageous condition
happy accident
fortunate accident
lucky break
fortunate circumstance
happy coincidence
opportune moment
favorable opportunity
advantageous occasion
successful event
triumphant occasion
victorious celebration
joyful experience
gratifying situation
satisfying outcome
pleasing circumstance
delightful happening
cheerful event
encouraging occurrence
heartening experience
uplifting situation
inspiring circumstance
motivating occasion
promising event
hopeful situation
optimistic circumstance.
Meaning of Fortunate Event
A fortunate event refers to a happening or situation that is favorable or advantageous.
Definitions
- A fortunate event is defined by Oxford Languages as a happening or situation that is favorable or advantageous, often bringing good fortune or success.
- It can also refer to an event that occurs by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Etymology of Fortunate Event
The word "fortunate" comes from the Latin "fortunatus," meaning lucky or prosperous, which is derived from "fortuna," meaning chance or luck.
The word "event" comes from the Latin "eventus," meaning outcome or result, which is derived from "evenire," meaning to happen or come out.
The phrase "fortunate event" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a happening or situation that is favorable or advantageous.
Example Uses
- The company's fortunate event of receiving a large investment led to its rapid expansion.
- The fortunate event of meeting her future business partner at a conference changed her career path.
- The team's fortunate event of winning the championship was celebrated by fans across the country.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unfortunate event
unlucky occurrence
unhappy chance
inauspicious happening
unpropitious circumstance
unfavorable incident
unsuccessful outcome
negative experience
detrimental situation
disadvantageous condition
unhappy accident
unfortunate accident
unlucky break
unfortunate circumstance
unhappy coincidence
inopportune moment
unfavorable opportunity
disadvantageous occasion
unsuccessful event
defeated occasion
disappointing celebration
sad experience
ungratifying situation
unsatisfying outcome
displeasing circumstance
unhappy happening.