fate

noun
/feɪt/

Meaning

the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power

Example Sentences

She believed it was her fate to become a teacher.

Many people believe that fate determines the course of their lives.

Example Expressions

tempt fate

Synonyms

destiny, fortune, luck, doom, karma, providence
Entry 1
destiny, fortune, luck, doom
Entry 2
destiny, fortune, karma, providence

Antonyms

choice, free will, control, chance
Entry 1
choice, free will
Entry 2
choice, free will, control, chance

Collocations

sealed fate, cruel fate, fate decided, twist of fate, tempt fate
Entry 1
sealed fate, cruel fate, fate decided, twist of fate
Entry 2
twist of fate, sealed fate, tempt fate

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