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fatefully

/ˈfeɪt.fə.li/
fate · ful · ly
Adjective:fateful
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• adverb

1

In a manner that has far-reaching, decisive, and often disastrous consequences.

Example

"The expedition's leaders fatefully decided to ignore the approaching winter storm and press onward toward the summit."

2

In a manner controlled or predetermined by fate or destiny.

Example

"Years after graduating, the two former classmates fatefully crossed paths at a small train station in Vienna."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'fatefully' (with momentous, often ominous consequences) with 'fatally' (in a way that causes death or complete ruin).

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