# famous last words

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A notable final utterance before death, especially one made by a celebrity or historical figure.
2. A statement which is overly optimistic, results from overconfidence, or lacks realistic foresight.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/famous-last-words