Fortuitous

英语词汇
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词性：adj.
音标： [fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs]
释义：偶然地，偶发地
– happening by accident or chance

Fortuitous means by chance, like a lucky accident. If you and your best friend’s families happen to go on vacation to the same place at the same time, that’s a fortuitous coincidence!

Something fortuitous is random like an accident, but there’s no downside. A rock falling on your head is an accident, dollar bills falling on your head is fortuitous. The meaning of fortuitous is changing from “happening by chance” to “lucky chance” because people get it mixed up with fortunate. But watch out: If you say fortuitous to mean just plain lucky without the element of chance –– that’s a usage error.

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Ah, how fortuitous, Mr. Watson.

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This is fortuitous. That means 'lucky. ’

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It’s actually a fortuitous turn of events.

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Ten whole seconds! He’s not dead! That’s a fortuitous sign.

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When she felt her life take a fortuitous turn.

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A fortuitous turn of events brought Django and myself together.

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Certainly! The word “fortuitous” is an interesting and nuanced term that is commonly used in both formal writing and everyday speech. Let’s break it down step by step.

Definition and Pronunciation

Word: Fortuitous
Part of Speech: Adjective
Pronunciation: /fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/

Meanings

  1. Happening by Accident or Chance: This is the original meaning of the word. It implies an event occurring without any planning or intent.
  2. Happening by a Lucky Chance: This meaning has evolved because people often confuse “fortuitous” with “fortunate.” Nowadays, it is commonly accepted to imply a positive chance event.

Usage in Formal Writing and Colloquial Speech

Formal Writing:

  • Original Meaning: “The discovery of the ancient texts was fortuitous, providing new insights into the civilization.”
  • Evolved Meaning: “The fund’s performance this quarter was fortuitous, exceeding all expectations.”

Colloquial Speech:

  • Example 1: “It was fortuitous that we ran into each other at the coffee shop!”
  • Example 2: “Getting that job offer right when I needed it was so fortuitous.”

Historical Context / Origin

The word “fortuitous” comes from the Latin word “fortuitus,” meaning happening by chance. This Latin root itself is derived from “fors,” meaning luck or chance. Over time, as language evolved, its meaning has shifted to often include a stroke of good luck.

How to Remember “Fortuitous”

A handy mnemonic to remember “fortuitous”:

  • F: Fateful – It happens by fate.
  • O: Occurrence – It’s an event.
  • R: Random – It’s random.
  • T: Thanks – You’re thankful because it’s often lucky.
  • U: Unexpected – It’s unexpected.
  • I: Incidental – It’s incidental.
  • T: Timing – It happens at a relevant time.
  • Ous: Think of the suffix “-ous” as “full of.”

Example Sentences

  1. Formal Context: “The team’s unexpected success in the tournament was fortuitous, considering the last-minute changes to their lineup.”
  2. Casual Conversation: “Wow, it was so fortuitous that the weather cleared up just in time for the picnic!”

By associating the word with real-life contexts and using the mnemonic, you can make “fortuitous” a part of your active vocabulary. Remember, its primary connotation should involve an element of chance.

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Sure! Let’s delve into the word “fortuitous.” Here’s a comprehensive breakdown based on your request.

Word: Fortuitous

Pronunciation

  • American English: /fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/
  • British English: /fɔːˈtjuːɪtəs/

Meaning:

  1. Happening by accident or chance.

    • Example 1: “Their meeting was fortuitous; neither had planned to be at the same cafe that day.”
    • Example 2: “The discovery of penicillin was fortuitous, as it came about while Alexander Fleming was studying bacteria.”

  2. Happening by a lucky chance.

    • Example 1: “Winning the lottery was a fortuitous event for him, changing his life forever.”
    • Example 2: “It was fortuitous that she found a job opportunity just as she graduated.”

Common Phrases:

  • Fortuitous timing
    • Example 1: “His fortuitous timing led him to catch the train just before it departed.”
    • Example 2: “The fortuitous timing of the launch coincided perfectly with the holiday season.”
  • Fortuitous encounter
    • Example 1: “Their fortuitous encounter in Paris rekindled an old friendship.”
    • Example 2: “A fortuitous encounter with a mentor changed the trajectory of her career.”

Synonyms:

  • Accidental

    • Example 1: “The accident was purely accidental, with no harm intended.”
    • Example 2: “His accidental discovery of a rare artifact surprised everyone.”

  • Serendipitous

    • Example 1: “Their serendipitous discovery of a hidden beach was a highlight of the trip.”
    • Example 2: “Her serendipitous meeting with an old friend reminded her of the past.”

Differences Between Synonyms:

  • Fortuitous vs. Accidental:

    • Fortuitous implies that there is a positive or lucky aspect to the chance event (e.g., winning a prize).
    • Accidental does not carry a positive connotation; it simply denotes something that happened unintentionally (e.g., spilling a drink).
    • Use fortuitous when you want to emphasize a favorable outcome associated with chance. Use accidental when you want to describe something unplanned but neutral or negative.

  • Fortuitous vs. Serendipitous:

    • Fortuitous can imply luck without a positive outcome, while serendipitous always refers to a happy or beneficial chance encounter.
    • Use fortuitous in situations that may not necessarily be seen as positive, while use serendipitous when you want to express joy or surprise at a fortunate accident.

Chinese Version

单词: Fortuitous

音标

  • 美式: /fɔːrˈtuːɪtəs/
  • 英式: /fɔːˈtjuːɪtəs/

释义:

  1. 偶然发生或随机出现。

    • 例句 1: “他们的相遇是偶然的；那天两人都没有计划去同一家咖啡馆。”
    • 例句 2: “青霉素的发现是偶然的，因为它是在亚历山大·弗莱明研究细菌时发生的。”

  2. 发生在幸运的机会之下。

    • 例句 1: “中奖对他来说是一个幸运的事件，改变了他的生活。”
    • 例句 2: “她刚毕业的时候，发现了一个工作机会，这真是太幸运了。”

常见搭配:

  • Fortuitous timing

    • 例句 1: “他的时机非常巧妙，正好赶上了火车。”
    • 例句 2: “产品发售的时机非常巧妙，恰逢假期季节。”

  • Fortuitous encounter

    • 例句 1: “他们在巴黎的偶遇重燃了旧友谊。”
    • 例句 2: “与一个导师的偶然相遇改变了她的职业轨迹。”

同义词:

  • Accidental
    • 例句 1: “这次事故纯粹是意外，没有恶意。”
    • 例句 2: "
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继续完成同义词的说明和比较。

同义词（续）:

  • Serendipitous
    • 例句 1: “他们偶然发现的一个隐蔽海滩成为旅行的亮点。”
    • 例句 2: “她和一位老朋友的偶然相遇让她想起了过去。”

同义词之间的区别:

  • Fortuitous vs. Accidental:

    • Fortuitous 意味着这个偶然事件有积极或幸运的方面（例如：中奖）。
    • Accidental 不带有积极含义，它仅仅表示某件事情是在没有意图的情况下发生的（例如：洒了一杯饮料）。
    • 在强调意外事件的积极结果时使用 fortuitous；而在描述某件意外但中性或负面的事情时使用 accidental。

  • Fortuitous vs. Serendipitous:

    • Fortuitous 可以表示偶然发生的事情不一定是积极的，而 serendipitous 始终指的是愉快或有益的意外相遇。
    • 在想要表达与偶然的幸运事件相关的情况时使用 fortuitous，而在描述愉悦或惊喜的幸运时使用 serendipitous。

小结

通过以上分析，可以清晰地理解“fortuitous”这个词的多重含义、使用场景、常见搭配，以及与同义词的比较。这将有助于你在使用这个词时更为准确和得体。希望这份详尽的讲解对你学习英语有所帮助！如果你还有其他问题或需要进一步的解释，请随时询问。

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