Misfortune

B1 8+

Synonyms of misfortune

Antonyms of misfortune

Collocations of misfortune

tragic event
Frequency: 80 %

The family was devastated by the tragic event.

bad luck
Frequency: 75 %

He always seemed to have bad luck when it came to gambling.

terrible luck
Frequency: 70 %

She seemed to have terrible luck in finding a job.

hardship
Frequency: 65 %

The family faced numerous hardships during the economic downturn.

unfortunate incident
Frequency: 60 %

The unfortunate incident left a lasting impact on the community.

Idiomatic Expressions for misfortune

  • Phrase: Murphy's Law
    Meaning: This phrase suggests that anything that can go wrong will go wrong.
    Usage: Of course, the one day I forget my umbrella, it pours. That's Murphy's Law for you.