Definition

Experiencing bad luck or misfortune; having unfortunate outcomes.

Example

He felt unlucky after losing his wallet on the first day of his vacation.

Conversation

I feel really unlucky with my last few lottery tickets.

Maybe it's just not your day for luck, huh?

Yeah, I guess some people have all the luck while others are just unlucky.

True, but don't give up! Your luck might change soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unlucky → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "lucky" (from Middle English "lucke", meaning fortune or chance). The word "unlucky" means not having good fortune or experiencing bad luck.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having 'fortune' ('lucky') — that's why unlucky means not having good luck.

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