Definition of fortuitous

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  • fortuitous is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • fortuitous is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • fortuitous is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of fortuitous

  • having no cause or apparent cause (adjective)

    Examples

    1. fortuitous encounters--strange accidents of fortune

    Synonyms

    1. causeless
    2. uncaused
  • occurring by happy chance (adjective)

    Examples

    1. profits were enhanced by a fortuitous drop in the cost of raw materials

See definition of fortuitous in Merriam Webster