Misfortune
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɪsˈfɔɹt͡ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Misfortune is a noun meaning (uncountable) Bad luck.
Meaning
(uncountable) Bad luck.
More Meanings
- (countable) An undesirable event such as an accident.
Example Sentences
She had to come to terms with a number of misfortunes.
The worst tour I have ever had the misfortune to experience.
It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training.
Cycling's complex etiquette contains an unwritten rule that riders in contention for a race win should not be penalised for sheer misfortune.
Word Forms
- misfortunes
Synonyms for misfortune
Depending on context, synonyms include mishap, misluck, mischance, adverseness, adversity, hard luck.
Antonyms for misfortune
Common opposites include fortune, luck, felicity, fortuitousness, fortuity, happiness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mishap, misadventure, disgrace, adversity, unhappiness, evil.
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