fate
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B2
/feɪt/
destined outcome
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'fatum,' where 'fatum' meant 'that which has been spoken.'
Historical Evolution
'fatum' transformed into the Old French word 'fate,' and eventually became the modern English word 'fate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'that which has been spoken,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'destiny or predetermined course of events.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power.
He accepted his fate with resignation.
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