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misfortune (noun)

Misfortune refers to an unfortunate condition, event, or instance of bad luck. It describes a situation that causes distress, loss, or hardship, often occurring without the individual's direct control.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'MIS-' as 'MISSING' and 'FORTUNE' as 'GOOD LUCK'. So, misfortune is when your good luck is missing!

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

I made a misfortune. → I suffered a misfortune.

It was a misfortune of him. → It was his misfortune.

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