Synonyms for

Unfortunately

Verb / ʌˈnfɔ:rtʃʌnʌtli: / / ʌˈnfɔ:rtʃu:nʌtli: / Another word for unfortunately — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Unluckily or sadly.

Synonyms & similar words

regrettably fortunately alas luckily unluckily regrettably unhappily sadly unluckily disappointingly depressingly miserably wretchedly dismally unfavorably inopportunely untowardly adversely unpropitiously unsuccessfully unfortunately unfortuitously ill-fatedly catastrophically tragically

Synonyms by register

Formal

regrettably sadly deplorably

Informal

sad to say too bad bummer

Literary

alas woefully

Antonyms

fortunately luckily pleasantly happily favorably auspiciously

Common collocations

  • unfortunately it seems
  • unfortunately for him
  • unfortunately for them
  • unfortunately we have
  • unfortunately the situation
  • unfortunately this means
  • unfortunately this is

Word family

adverb unfortunately

Usage note

This adverb expresses regret or bad luck. It is generally neutral in register and can be used in most contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Unfortunately, I forgot my homework at home.
  2. We lost the game, unfortunately.
  3. Unfortunately, the concert was cancelled.
  4. I cannot come to your party, unfortunately.
  5. You cannot watch TV now, unfortunately.

Quotes

  • Unfortunately, the clock is ticking, the hours are going by. The past increases, the future recedes. Possibilities decreasing, regrets mounting.
  • Unfortunately, a super-abundant goodness is not inherent in humanity.
  • Unfortunately, the more violent the symptoms of his malady became, the more his thoughts tended to dwindle.

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