Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fateful encounter
phrase
/ˈfeɪt.fəl ɪnˈkaʊntər/
Definition
A significant meeting or event that has important consequences.
Examples
- The two strangers had a fateful encounter that changed their lives forever.
- Her fateful encounter with a lost dog led to a lifelong friendship.
- The novel describes a fateful encounter between two historical figures.
Meaning
A fateful encounter refers to a chance meeting or interaction that can profoundly influence the lives of the people involved, often with unforeseen and sometimes tragic results.
Synonyms
- destined meeting
- significant event
- crucial interaction
