Vicisitudes (en. Vicissitudes)

/biθisiˈtudes/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Various situations and changes that occur over time.
The vicissitudes of her life led her to make difficult decisions.
Las vicisitudes de su vida la llevaron a tomar decisiones difíciles.
Uncertainty or variation in future events.
The vicissitudes of the market can affect your business.
Las vicisitudes del mercado pueden afectar su negocio.
Difficulties and problems that arise unexpectedly.
We all face vicissitudes in our work daily.
Todos enfrentamos vicisitudes en nuestro trabajo diariamente.

Etymology

From Latin 'vicissitudo', meaning change or variation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the vicissitudes of life
The ups and downs and unexpected situations that arise throughout life.
las vicisitudes de la vida
face the vicissitudes
To confront the difficulties or changes that arise.
enfrentar las vicisitudes
vicissitudes of fate
The changes that fate imposes on our lives.
vicisitudes del destino

Related Words

adventure
An unexpected event or situation, often difficult.
peripecia
adversity
Unfavorable condition; difficulty or suffering.
adversidad
change
Alteration or transformation in a state or condition.
cambio

Slang Meanings

Difficult moments
In life, there are vicissitudes, but we must keep moving forward.
En la vida hay vicisitudes, pero hay que seguir adelante.
Ups and downs
The vicissitudes will always be present on the path to success.
Las vicisitudes siempre estarán presentes en el camino hacia el éxito.