destined (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈdɛstɪnd/
Definition
Determined or set to happen in the future, often implying a sense of fate or preordained purpose.
Examples
From the moment they met, it seemed they were destined to be together.
The ancient prophecy stated that the hero was destined to defeat the dark lord.
Despite many challenges, the project was destined for success due to the team's hard work.
How to Use destined
- destined for (prepositional phrase)
- Set to achieve or go to a particular outcome or place. — "She felt she was destined for a career in medicine."
- destined to be (collocation)
- Certain to become or happen in a specific way. — "Their love story was destined to be a classic."
- destined to do something (collocation)
- Fated to perform a particular action. — "He was destined to lead his people to freedom."
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