adjective
also: Astrology
also: Love & Relationships
Star-Crossed
Doomed by fate โ usually said of lovers.
Origin
Coined in the prologue of Romeo and Juliet: 'a pair of star-cross'd lovers take their life.' The astrological implication is that their stars are working against them.
Modern usage
Used (often half-seriously) for any love story whose obstacles feel cosmic. Also appears in song titles and YA novels.
Tags
love
fate
Related
phrase
Shakespeare
The Green-Eyed Monster
Jealousy, personified.
phrase
Shakespeare
Love Is Blind
People in love overlook their partner's faults.
phrase
Love & Relationships
Love at First Sight
Instant, all-consuming romantic recognition on first meeting.
concept
Astrology
Natal Chart
A map of the sky at your moment of birth, read as a blueprint of personality and fate.