Definition

The state of being unfortunate or unlucky, often resulting in misfortune or bad luck.

Example

His haplessness in finding a job made him feel discouraged.

Conversation

Did you hear about Mark's last vacation?

Yeah, it was full of haplessness!

I can't believe how many things went wrong for him.

Right? It's like he was cursed the whole trip!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Haplessness → It is formed from "hap" (from Old English *hæp*, meaning chance or fortune) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "haplessness" refers to the state of being without good fortune or luck.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hap' meaning chance or fortune, and remember that 'haplessness' describes a state of being without good luck.

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