Fortuitous

usgb/fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/
adjective

Something that happens by accident or chance.

The meeting was fortuitous, I hadn't planned to see her.
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Often appears as...

  • fortuitous encounter
  • fortuitous event
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Unplanned Events

Use 'fortuitous' to describe events that occur unexpectedly and without intention or planning.

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Our fortuitous discovery of the quaint cafe made our day.
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Neutral Tone

'Fortuitous' does not suggest positive or negative outcomes, focusing on chance occurrence.

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The fortuitous rain interrupted their soccer game.
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Subtle Nuances

While it means by chance, 'fortuitous' often hints at a fortunate outcome more than mere accident.

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Bumping into an old friend was a fortuitous moment.
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