Synonyms for Fortunate
Definition of fortunate
adjective
- having unexpected good fortune; "other, less fortunate, children died"; "a fortunate choice"
- supremely favored; "golden lads and girls all must / like chimney sweepers come to dust"
- presaging good fortune; "she made a fortunate decision to go to medical school"; "rosy predictions"
15 synonyms found
Writing tips for "fortunate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like auspicious, blessed, blest can replace "fortunate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 15 alternatives available, "fortunate" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Fortunate" in song lyrics
See how fortunate is used in real songs:
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"Bless the less fortunate"
Cage f/ Copywrite — The Weather Report -
"And I feel pretty fortunate"
Classified — Anybody Listening -
"and now the most fortunate"
The Cross Movement — Cypha The Next Day