fatalist — a person who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfeɪtəlɪst/
Korean meaning: 모든 일이 운명으로 미리 정해져 있다고 믿는 사람, 숙명론자
Korean pronunciation: **페이**털리스트
Example Sentences
- My grandmother was such a fatalist that she never bought lottery tickets, saying 'If I'm meant to be rich, money will find me.'
- The fatalist captain refused to change course during the storm, believing their destiny was already written.
- Being a fatalist, Tom never studied for exams, confident that his grades were predetermined by the universe.
fatalist
NOUN//ˈfeɪtəlɪst//
a person who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable
a serene woman sits peacefully on a bench reading a book while chaos unfolds around her. Train delays are announced and other passengers become increasingly frustrated and upset. The woman simply shrugs and continues reading, completely unbothered by the situation. Angry travelers pace back and forth, check their watches, and make frantic phone calls. She remains calm because she believes everything happens exactly as it's meant to happen. a person who believes that all events are predetermined and inevitable
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'fatum' meaning fate or destiny, which the ancient Romans believed was determined by the three Fates (goddesses who controlled human destiny). The suffix '-ist' was added to describe someone who believes in this philosophy.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother was such a fatalist that she never bought lottery tickets, saying 'If I'm meant to be rich, money will find me.'”
“The fatalist captain refused to change course during the storm, believing their destiny was already written.”
“Being a fatalist, Tom never studied for exams, confident that his grades were predetermined by the universe.”
“The philosopher argued against fatalist thinking, emphasizing human free will and personal responsibility.”
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