Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fluke
noun
/fluːk/
Definition
A fluke is a chance occurrence or an unexpected event, often used to describe something that happens by luck rather than by planning or skill.
Examples
- Winning the game was a total fluke; their best player was injured.
- Her good fortune seemed like a fluke, but she worked hard for it.
- The fluke of catching a rare fish that day left him speechless.
Meaning
In a broader sense, a fluke can refer to an unlikely victory or success that is perceived as accidental.
Synonyms
- chance
- accident
- coincidence
- luck
- flair
