Fortune Definition
fortune
noun
- an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another; "bad luck caused his downfall"; "we ran into each other by pure chance"
- a large amount of wealth or prosperity
- an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome; "it was my good luck to be there"; "they say luck is a lady"; "it was as if fortune guided his hand"
- your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you); "whatever my fortune may be"; "deserved a better fate"; "has a happy lot"; "the luck of the Irish"; "a victim of circumstances"; "success that was her portion"
"Fortune" in song lyrics
See how fortune is used in real songs:
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"But I'm a prop like the Fortune 500"
504 Boyz (Halleluyah/Rowdy/Playa) — D-Boys -
"To all my enemies, I wish you good fortune"
The 7A3 — Everybody Get Loose -
"I'm scorpion and don't speak with fortune"
Aceyalone f/ Abstract Rude — The Saga Continues
Words that rhyme with fortune
Usage tips for "fortune"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "fortune" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for fortune to find words that pair well.