Another Word For Serendipity

Meaning

Serendipity refers to the occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way. It is when something unexpected and fortunate happens, leading to a positive outcome that you weren’t actively seeking.

Synonyms

• Coincidence
• Fortune
• Luck
• Fluke
• Chance

Antonyms

• Misfortune
• Bad luck
• Mishap
• Calamity
• Adversity

Etymology

The term "serendipity" was coined by Horace Walpole in 1754, inspired by a Persian fairy tale called "The Three Princes of Serendip." In the story, the princes make discoveries by accident and sagacity, which is where the idea of finding valuable things that were not actively sought came from.

Examples

1. During my road trip, I stumbled upon a charming little café; it was pure serendipity.
2. The discovery of penicillin was a moment of serendipity for Alexander Fleming.
3. Sometimes, serendipity leads us to new friendships in the most unexpected places.
4. The scientist praised serendipity for helping him find a solution to a problem he had been struggling with.