Definitions

1. noun

the development of events outside of one’s control, regarded as a process influencing the future; destiny

“Her fate was sealed when she made that decision.”

2. noun

something that is going to happen to a person or thing in the future, especially something unpleasant

“His fate was to live a life of solitude.”

3. verb

to bring or come to a particular end or conclusion

“Her career will soon be in a state of fate, and she will retire.”

4. verb

to cause to happen or exist in a particular way, especially in a way that is unpleasant or unfortunate

“The storm will fate the crops, causing them to wither away.”

5. verb

to determine or settle (something) inevitably or inexorably

“It is fate that they will meet again someday.”