Learn English – an alternative word for ‘repercussions’ that has a positive denotation rather than a negative denotation / connotation

vocabulary

The relevant ODO definition of repercussion [n] is:

1 (usually repercussions): An unintended consequence of an event or
action, especially an unwelcome one.

The caveat means that a negative denotation is often intended / inferred, and surely that there is at least a negative connotation. Is there a word with the meaning 'positive consequences'?

Best Answer

You should consider fluke.

ODO:

fluke NOUN

An unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck.
‘their triumph was no fluke’

Macmillan:

fluke NOUN [COUNTABLE] INFORMAL

something that happens unexpectedly because of an accident or good luck

I think their last win was just a fluke.

Also, serendipity.

ODO:

serendipity NOUN

The occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.

‘a series of small serendipities’