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Definition of fortunately

fortunately

/ˈfɔːr.tʃə.nət.li/
for · tu · nate · ly
Adjective:fortunate
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• adverb

1

It is fortunate that; by good luck or favorable circumstance (used to modify a whole sentence or clause).

Example

"Fortunately, the rain stopped just before the outdoor concert began."

2

In a fortunate, auspicious, or favorable manner.

Example

"The newly established business was fortunately situated near the city's main transit hub."

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• Rhymes for fortunately

• Nearby Words

fortuitous
fortuitously
fortunate
fortunately
fortune
fortuneteller
fortunetelling

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in late Middle English from the adjective 'fortunate' (from Latin 'fortunatus', meaning 'prosperous' or 'favored by fortune') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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