misfortune
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for misfortune, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Bad luck, or an unlucky event.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
bad luck
ill luck
tough luck
How to use misfortune
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have the misfortune to
a stroke of misfortune
Etymology
From mis- + fortune.
Full origin of misfortune →Frequently asked questions
What does “misfortune” mean?
The word “misfortune” means bad luck, or an unlucky event. In plain terms, bad luck, or something unlucky that happens.
How do you pronounce “misfortune”?
“Misfortune” is pronounced mihs-FAWT-shoon (/mɪsˈfɔɹt͡ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “misfortune” in a sentence?
Here is “misfortune” used in a sentence: “It was pure misfortune that they broke down miles from the nearest garage.”
What part of speech is “misfortune”?
“Misfortune” is a noun.
Is “misfortune” a common word?
“Misfortune” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.