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FORTUITOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Fortuitous.

Fortuitous - as an adjective satellite

Having no cause or apparent cause

Example: "A causeless miracle"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
causelessuncaused

Occurring by happy chance

Example: "Profits were enhanced by a fortuitous drop in the cost of raw materials"

Fortuitous - as an adjective

Happening by chance; coincidental, accidental.

Happening by a lucky chance; lucky or fortunate.

Happening independently of human will.

Example Sentences

"It was a fortuitous coincidence that I ran into my old friend at the grocery store."
"The fortuitous rain saved the farmers' crops from dying in the drought."
"I have a fortuitous opportunity to travel to Europe for free."
"The fortuitous discovery of the lost key saved us from breaking the door."
"The fortuitous timing of the traffic lights allowed me to catch my train."
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Word Game Points

Is FORTUITOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fortuitous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORTUITOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is FORTUITOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fortuitous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORTUITOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is FORTUITOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fortuitous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORTUITOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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