unfortunate

• 形容某件事或某种情况令人遗憾、不幸或不吉利。

Describes a situation or event that is regrettable, unlucky, or unfavorable.

1. Lucky or unluckyB1formal

   Having bad luck; unlucky.

   不幸的

   • It was unfortunate that he missed the train.
   • She had an unfortunate accident on her way to work.
   • The team suffered an unfortunate loss in the final match.

   同义词haplessill-fatedill-starredjinxedlucklessunhappyunlucky

   反义词fortunatehappyluckysuccessful

2. Regrettable or unsuitableB1formal

   Causing regret or disappointment; not suitable for the situation.

   不幸的

   • His unfortunate choice of words offended many people.
   • The timing of the announcement was unfortunate.
   • It is unfortunate that the event had to be canceled.

   同义词awkwarddeplorableill-advisedill-choseninappropriateinopportunelamentablepoorregrettableunsuitable

   反义词fortunateluckyopportune

• 名词，指被认为运气不好、值得同情或处境艰难的人。

A noun referring to a person who is considered unlucky, pitiable, or in a difficult situation.

1. Unlucky personB2formal

   A person who is considered unlucky or in a bad situation.

   不幸的人

   • The unfortunate was left homeless after the fire.
   • She felt sorry for the unfortunate who lost his job.
   • The charity helps the unfortunates of society.

   同义词sufferervictimwretch