lucky
UK: ˈlʌki | US: ˈlʌki
adj. having or bringing good fortune
adj. happening by chance with a favorable outcome
adj. marked by success or advantage
The word "lucky" originates from Middle Dutch luc (short for gheluc, meaning "happiness, good fortune"), which entered English as "luck" in the 15th century. The suffix "-y" was added to form the adjective, implying "full of luck." Over time, "lucky" evolved to describe both intentional good fortune and serendipitous success, reflecting the interplay between chance and favorable outcomes in human experience.
She felt lucky to find a parking spot right in front of the building.
He was lucky to survive the accident with only minor injuries.
Winning the lottery made them feel incredibly lucky.
A lucky guess earned her the winning point in the quiz.
The team had a lucky break when their opponents made a critical error.