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fate

Definition

  • noun: a power that is believed to control what happens in the future
  • noun: the will or principle or determining cause by which things in general are believed to come to be as they are or events to happen as they do
  • synonyms: destine, doom, destiny

Examples

  • The boy disappeared, and his 'fate' was unknown [=no one knew what happened to him] for many years.

  • Congress will decide the bill's 'fate' tomorrow. [=will vote to accept or reject the bill tomorrow]

  • They thought they would never see each other again, but 'fate' brought them back together.

Movie quotes

  • (..) of a genius. Let me test my theory. You had to let him go. No more bubbles. You show me how to complete the triangle. We can change his fate. If you deliver me the power of God, I will spare him. It's only a little trip back in time. But I'm pretty sure you've figured out the answer to the problem. (..)
    2001 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider