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fatalistic

/ˌfeɪtəˈlɪstɪk/
fa · tal · is · tic
Adverb:fatalistically
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fatalistic Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of the belief that all events are predetermined and inevitable, often resulting in a passive or resigned acceptance of whatever happens.

Example

"After several unsuccessful attempts to save his failing business, he adopted a fatalistic attitude toward his financial future."

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• Rhymes for fatalistic

• Nearby Words

fatal
fatalism
fatalist
fatalistic
fatalistically
fatality
fatally

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century from 'fatalist' plus the suffix '-ic', ultimately tracing back to the Latin 'fatalis' (ordained by fate), from 'fatum' (that which has been spoken, prophetic declaration, or destiny).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Fatalistic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/fatalistic
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