fortune

US /ˈfɔːr.tʃuːn/

UK /ˈfɔːr.tʃuːn/

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a large amount of money or assets

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He inherited a vast fortune from his grandfather.

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It cost a fortune to repair the car.

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wealth riches assets treasure affluence

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chance or luck as an external force affecting people's lives

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He had the good fortune to be born into a wealthy family.

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I wish you good fortune in your new venture.

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luck chance destiny fate providence

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fortunately fortunate fortune cookie make a fortune small fortune tell someone's fortune