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for·tu·nate

fortunate

pronunciation:
for ch niht
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part of speech: adjective
definition: having good fortune; lucky.
You are fortunate to receive such a good education.
synonyms:
lucky
antonyms:
poor, unlucky
similar words:
rich, successful
derivations: fortunately (adv.), fortunateness (n.)
Word Builder: fortunate +
  • fortunately:
    happening because of good luck.