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misfortune

1 of 1noun
/mɪs.ˈfɔr.ʧən/
Forms:misfortunes
1

a situation or event that causes bad luck or hardship for someone

  • He faced great misfortune after losing his job.
  • Their trip was ruined by unexpected misfortune.
  • She overcame misfortune with determination.
  • His misfortune cost him a valuable opportunity.
  • He blamed his misfortune on bad luck.
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2

an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes

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