Thesaurus.net

What is another word for providential?

211 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ pɹˌɒvɪdˈɛnʃə͡l], [ pɹˌɒvɪdˈɛnʃə‍l], [ p_ɹ_ˌɒ_v_ɪ_d_ˈɛ_n_ʃ_əl]

Synonyms for Providential:

How to use "Providential" in context?

The word "providential" is derived from the Latin word "provinciar," meaning "to be of use or assistance." It originally referred to something that happens by chance, but has come to be used more often to describe something that is meant to be a sign from God. Events that are considered providential can be anything from a person's good luck to a particular event that turns out to be beneficial.

There are many examples of providential events in history. For example, during the Revolutionary War, the British troops were about to take Washington, D.C.

Word of the Day

lifejackets
Synonyms:
lifeboats.