Fortuitous
/fɔːrˈtjuː.ɪ.təs/noun
Happening by chance, often in a way that is beneficial.
Did you know?The word 'fortuitous' is derived from the Latin 'fortuitus', which means 'chance' or 'accidental', hinting at the unpredictable nature of luck.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
fortuitus
“Accidental, happening by chance.”
Middle French
Old French
fortuit
“Chance, accidental.”
17th Century
English
fortuitous
“Happening by accident or chance.”
Modern English
English
fortuitous
“Describing events that occur by chance, often with positive outcomes.”