le fortuit
fortuitous
Definition & meaning
The word fortuit is an adjective used to describe something that happens by chance, accidentally, or unexpectedly. It is often used to characterize events that occur without a specific plan or design.
- Happening by chance: Referring to something that occurs unexpectedly or as a lucky coincidence.
- Accidental: Referring to an event that has no obvious cause or deliberate intent.
Grammar & Word origin
Grammar: It is an adjective. Its feminine form is fortuite , and its plural forms are fortuits (masculine) and fortuites (feminine).
Word origin: The word originates from the Latin term fortuitus, derived from fors, which means "luck," "chance," or "fate."
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
- Accidentel (accidental)
- Aléatoire (random)
- Imprévu (unforeseen)
- Inattendu (unexpected)
- Hasardeux (hazardous/risky/by chance)
Antonyms:
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Examples
Leurs découvertes fortuites ont changé l'enquête.adjective
Their fortuitous discoveries changed the investigation.
As-tu remarqué ce changement fortuit d'itinéraire ?adjective
Did you notice this fortuitous change of itinerary?
Un événement fortuit a perturbé nos plans.adjective
A fortuitous event disrupted our plans.
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