fortunate
UK[ˈfɔːtʃənət]US[ˈfɔːrtʃənət]
adj
having or bringing good luck; lucky
adj
bringing something good and unforeseen; advantageous
Morpheme Breakdown
fortun
ate
fortun
e) (fortune
ate
adjective suffix
Etymology
the word 'fortunate' originates from the latin 'fortunatus', meaning 'prospered, prosperous; lucky, happy'. this derives from 'fortuna', the roman goddess of chance and luck, whose name itself is thought to come from the latin 'fors' (chance, luck). the suffix '-ate' was adopted from latin participial endings into english to form adjectives. thus, the literal construction 'characterized by fortune' evolved into its modern meaning of being favored by luck or having a favorable outcome.
Analysis
Structure: fortun(e) (fortune) + ate (adjective suffix)
fortun(e) - from latin 'fortuna' (fortune, chance, fate), serving as the core noun root. ate - a latin-derived suffix forming adjectives meaning 'possessing the qualities of' or 'characterized by'.
Examples
it was fortunate that the weather remained clear for the outdoor ceremony.
she considered herself fortunate to have such supportive friends.
a fortunate discovery led to a breakthrough in their research.