providential
US /ˌprɑː.vəˈden.ʃəl/
UK /ˌprɒv.ɪˈden.ʃəl/
形容词
1.
天意的, 及时的, 幸运的
occurring at a favorable time; opportune
示例:
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It was a providential coincidence that we met just before the deadline.
我们在截止日期前相遇，这真是一个天赐良机。
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His timely arrival was truly providential, saving the entire project.
他及时赶到真是天意，挽救了整个项目。
2.
天意的, 神意的
of or relating to divine providence
示例:
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Many believe that certain events in history are providential, guided by a higher power.
许多人相信历史上的某些事件是天意，由更高的力量引导。
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The survival of the small community during the famine was seen as a providential act.
小社区在饥荒中的幸存被视为天意。
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