Serendipitous
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What Does Serendipitous Mean?
- serendipia
- afortunado
- casualidad
Serendipitous Pronunciation
ˌsɛr.ənˈdɪp.ɪ.təs
Serendipitous Definition
adjective
Definition
Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
In ES
Ocurriendo o descubierto por casualidad de una manera feliz o beneficiosa.
How to Use Serendipitous in a Sentence
- Finding a $20 bill on the sidewalk was a serendipitous moment for him.
- Her serendipitous encounter with an old friend led to a long overdue reunion.
- The invention of penicillin was a serendipitous discovery that changed medicine forever.
Cultural Notes
The term 'serendipity' originates from a Persian fairy tale about 'The Three Princes of Serendip', who were always making discoveries, by accidents and sagacity, of things they were not in quest of.
noun
Definition
The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
In ES
La ocurrencia y el desarrollo de eventos por casualidad de una manera feliz o beneficiosa.
How to Use Serendipitous in a Sentence
- Their conversation was filled with serendipity, leading to unexpected insights.
- The serendipity of their meeting at the café changed both of their lives.
- Many breakthroughs in science are often a result of serendipity.
Cultural Notes
Serendipity often plays a significant role in creative processes, suggesting that sometimes the best ideas come when we are not directly looking for them.