kismet
|kis/met|
C1
/ˈkɪzˌmɛt/
fate or destiny
Etymology
Etymology Information
'kismet' originates from Turkish, specifically the word 'kısmet', where 'kısmet' meant 'portion' or 'lot'.
Historical Evolution
'kısmet' was borrowed into English from Turkish, maintaining its meaning related to fate or destiny.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'portion' or 'lot', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fate or destiny'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
fate or destiny; a predetermined course of events.
Meeting her was pure kismet.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42