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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

serendipitous

/sɛrɛndɪˈpɪtəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does serendipitous mean?

adjective

Happening or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way. Found or discovered while looking for something else.

Example

"Her serendipitous discovery of the hidden garden was a delightful surprise."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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