star-crossed

Definition

Ill-fated by destiny, the fate of the person being “written in the stars”.

Etymology

From star + crossed. Coined by William Shakespeare in 1597 in Romeo and Juliet, see quotations.

Example Sentences

• "The star-crossed lovers looked into each other's eyes, before dying."
• "From forth the fatall loynes of theſe two foes, / A paire of ſtarre-crost Louers tooke their life:"
• "But now, such is my star-cross'd destiny, / When he beholds you as you are, I may / As well entreat him give away his crown, / As to part from a jewel of more value."