fate — the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power
Pronunciation (IPA): /feɪt/
Example Sentences
- He believed it was fate that made him buy a lottery ticket on that particular day.
- My fate was sealed when I accidentally sent a love letter to my teacher instead of my crush.
- She refused to accept that failing the exam was her fate.
fate
NOUN[/feɪt/]
the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power
the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'fatum', originally meaning 'that which has been spoken' or 'divine utterance'. In ancient Roman belief, fate represented the predetermined destiny ordained by the gods, reflecting their concept of an inescapable cosmic order.
Breakdown
From Latin 'fatum' (spoken by the gods), derived from the past participle of 'fari' (to speak), combining the root sense of divine pronouncement with the concept of inevitable destiny.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He believed it was fate that made him buy a lottery ticket on that particular day.”
“My fate was sealed when I accidentally sent a love letter to my teacher instead of my crush.”
“She refused to accept that failing the exam was her fate.”
“By a twist of fate, the pizza delivery guy turned out to be her long-lost brother.”
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