serendipitous

adjective

ser·​en·​dip·​i·​tous ˌser-ən-ˈdi-pə-təs 

: obtained or characterized by serendipity

serendipitous discoveries

serendipitously adverb

Examples of serendipitous in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For his evocative and wistful romance to yield its intended effect, writer-director Cyril Aris’ biggest ask of the viewer is to surrender to the serendipitous nature of the couple’s connection — a request that is later supported with a concept that expands the film’s magical realist vein. —Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 4 Dec. 2025

Flanked by the Welsh border and sprinkled with quaint villages and ancient forts, Shropshire’s hills are a wonderful place for a serendipitous stroll. —James March, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025

Its serendipitous pass through our corner of the cosmos offers us a rare peek into what conditions might be like outside the solar system. —Brett Tingley, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2025

Adam Mac and his husband Lee Pfund’s love story began with a serendipitous encounter at Nashville club Play during CMA Fest in Nashville in 2017. —Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

serendipity + -ous

First Known Use

1910, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for serendipitous

• precipitous