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fortunate

[fawr-chuh-nit] / ˈfɔr tʃə nɪt /


Usage

What are other ways to say fortunate? The adjective fortunate, which describes people or events marked by good fortune, implies that success is obtained by the operation of favorable circumstances more than by direct effort; it is usually applied to grave or large matters (especially those happening in the ordinary course of things): fortunate in one’s choice of a partner; a fortunate investment. Happy emphasizes a pleasant ending or something that happens at just the right moment: By a happy accident, I received the package on time. Lucky, a more colloquial word, is applied to situations that turn out well by chance: lucky at cards; my lucky day.

Example Sentences

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It didn't make me a better footballer but that changed my life as in we made history and I was the one that was fortunate enough to score that goal.

From BBC

“We do feel fortunate that guys that you’re asking to step up are people that understand what’s going on and have real game experience and that means a lot this time of year.”

From Los Angeles Times

Your children are fortunate to receive such generous gifts.

From MarketWatch

When play resumed, and with Munar down break point, the Italian floated over a volley that caught a fortunate net cord and put the set back on level terms.

From BBC

"We're massive fans and we were fortunate enough to be able to buy the property and feel very privileged and honoured to own it," said Lisa.

From BBC