fate

B2
Pronunciation
/feɪt/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The presumed cause, force, principle, or divine will that predetermines events.

2 Definition

The effect, consequence, outcome, or inevitable events predetermined by this cause.

3 Definition

An event or a situation which is inevitable in the fullness of time.

4 Definition

Destiny; often with a connotation of death, ruin, misfortune, etc.

Example Sentences
  • Accept your fate.
5 Definition

Alternative letter-case form of Fate (one of the goddesses said to control the destiny of human beings).

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To foreordain or predetermine, to make inevitable.

Example Sentences
  • The oracle's prediction fated Oedipus to kill his father; not all his striving could change what would occur.