fateful
|fate-ful|
B2
/ˈfeɪtfəl/
significant consequences
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fateful' originates from the English word 'fate,' which comes from the Latin word 'fatum,' meaning 'that which has been spoken.'
Historical Evolution
'fate' evolved from the Old French word 'fat,' which was derived from the Latin 'fatum,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'fate.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'that which is destined or decreed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having significant consequences.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having significant consequences or implications, often negative or disastrous.
The fateful decision to sail into the storm led to the ship's demise.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41