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fatalistic

 

[ ˌfeɪtəˈlɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

outlook on life

Believing that all events are predetermined and therefore inevitable.

Synonyms

inevitable, predestined, predetermined

Examples of usage

  • He had a fatalistic attitude towards his future.
  • She accepted her fate with a fatalistic resignation.
Context #2 | Adjective

behavior

Showing resignation to the idea that events are beyond one's control.

Synonyms

accepting, resigned, stoic

Examples of usage

  • His fatalistic behavior led him to take risks without considering the consequences.
  • The soldier's fatalistic approach to danger impressed his comrades.

Translations

Translations of the word "fatalistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fatalista

🇮🇳 भाग्यवादी

🇩🇪 fatalistisch

🇮🇩 fatalistik

🇺🇦 фаталістичний

🇵🇱 fatalistyczny

🇯🇵 運命論的

🇫🇷 fataliste

🇪🇸 fatalista

🇹🇷 kaderci

🇰🇷 운명론적인

🇸🇦 قدري

🇨🇿 fatalistický

🇸🇰 fatalistický

🇨🇳 宿命论的

🇸🇮 fatalističen

🇮🇸 örlagatrúar

🇰🇿 фаталистік

🇬🇪 ფატალისტური

🇦🇿 fatalist

🇲🇽 fatalista

Etymology

The term 'fatalistic' originated from the Latin word 'fatalis' meaning 'of fate'. The concept of fatalism has been present in various philosophical and religious traditions throughout history, with the belief that events are predetermined and inevitable. This mindset has been explored in works of literature, psychology, and sociology, shaping perspectives on free will and determinism.

See also: fatalities, fatality, fatally, fatalness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,074, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.