serendib

/s?r?nd?b?/

Definitions

1. noun

the occurrence of finding something valuable or delightful when you are not looking for it; a happy accident.

“She stumbled upon a rare book in the used bookstore, a perfect example of serendip.”

2. verb

to come upon something valuable or delightful by chance.

“While browsing the internet, he serendipped upon a website selling his favorite games at a discount.”

Synonyms

  • chance discovery
  • happy accident

Antonyms

  • expected outcome
  • planned event