Felicitous — Word of the Day December 15, 2026

Definition

Well chosen or suited to the circumstances; pleasing and fortunate. A felicitous phrase is one that says exactly the right thing in exactly the right way.

Example Sentence

“Her felicitous choice of words turned a difficult situation into a moment of unexpected grace.”

Etymology

From Latin felicitas (happiness), from felix (happy, fortunate).

Scrabble Score

F₄E₁L₁I₁C₃I₁T₁O₁U₁S₁

FELICITOUS scores 15 points in Scrabble.

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