FORTUNATE
/ˈfɔːt͡ʃənət/
9 letters · 3 syllables · adjective
Definition of FORTUNATE
Auspicious.
"It is a fortunate sign if the sun shines on a newly wedded couple."
Happening by good luck or favorable chance.
"Patrick was the unlikely match-winner as Berkeley earned a fortunate victory over Chisolm."
Favored by fortune.
"This is a time when we think of those less fortunate than ourselves."
Examples of FORTUNATE in a Sentence
- "It is a fortunate sign if the sun shines on a newly wedded couple."
- "Patrick was the unlikely match-winner as Berkeley earned a fortunate victory over Chisolm."
- "This is a time when we think of those less fortunate than ourselves."
Word Details
Is FORTUNATE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORTUNATE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FORTUNATE uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FORTUNATE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | o | r | t | u | n | a | t | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORTUNATE
100 words from the letters in FORTUNATE
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How to Use FORTUNATE in Word Games
FORTUNATE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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