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Synonyms & Similar Words
unfortunate
unhappy
ill-fated
ill-starred
unlucky
hapless
miserable
wretched
unsuccessful
unsuccessful
inept
incompetent
calamitous
disastrous
doomed
forsaken
luckless
star-crossed
ill-omened
inauspicious
unfavorable
unpropitious
adverse
unfavorable
unsuccessful
defeated
vanquished
thwarted
frustrated
disappointed
depressed
dejected
despondent
gloomy
dismal
hopeless
desperate
unhappy
melancholy
sorrowful
pitiful
pathetic
regrettable
deplorable
Meaning of Luckless
The primary meaning of the word "Luckless" is having or bringing no luck, unsuccessful, or unfortunate.
Definitions
- Having no luck, unsuccessful, or unfortunate
- Lacking good fortune, unsuccessful in attempts or endeavors
- Experiencing or characterized by bad luck or misfortune
Etymology of Luckless
The word "Luckless" originated in the 15th century from the combination of "luck" and the suffix "-less," which means without or lacking
The term has been used to describe individuals, situations, or events that are unfortunate, unsuccessful, or lacking in good fortune
Example Uses
- The luckless traveler encountered numerous mishaps during his journey
- The team had a luckless season, losing every game
- She felt luckless in love, having gone through several unsuccessful relationships
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
fortunate
lucky
successful
prosperous
thriving
flourishing
victorious
triumphant
successful
accomplished
fulfilled
happy
content
satisfied
blessed
favored
charmed
auspicious
propitious
advantageous
favorable
promising
encouraging
heartening
uplifting
inspiring