fortunately

[ fawr-chuh-nit-lee ]

adverb

1. it is fortunate that:

   The groceries cost more than I thought they would, but fortunately I had just enough money with me.

fortunately

/ ˈfɔːtʃənɪtlɪ /

adverb

1. sentence modifier it is fortunate that; luckily
2. in a fortunate manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of fortunately¹

First recorded in 1540–60; fortunate ( def ) + -ly ( def )

Example Sentences

Fortunately, South Africa are the perfect opponent to stoke England's front-foot defence.

From BBC

And he is now, very fortunately for him, inheriting a nearly identical situation.

From Slate

Fortunately for Minnesota, the Titans can’t score and their defense is on the field too long.

From Los Angeles Times

“We are — I guess fortunately and unfortunately — the biggest player in the county,” said Stephen Watson, the executive director of the council.

From Los Angeles Times

"Fortunately, we have quite a few players who can switch positions if necessary, so we feel we have adequate depth throughout the team, which allowed us to select this group of replacements."

From BBC