misfortune

B2
Pronunciation
/mɪsˈfɔːtʃuːn/
/mɪsˈfɔɹtʃən/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Bad luck

Example Sentences
  • It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training. - Ulysses S. Grant
2 Definition

An undesirable event such as an accident

Example Sentences
  • She had to come to terms with a number of misfortunes.