Fortunately vs. Unfortunately — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Fortunately and Unfortunately
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Fortunately
Bringing something good and unforeseen; auspicious.
Unfortunately
It is unfortunate that
Unfortunately, we do not have the time to interview every applicant
Fortunately
Having unexpected good fortune; lucky.
Unfortunately
Having bad luck; unlucky.
Fortunately
One who has good fortune, especially a wealthy person.
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Unfortunately
Characterized by, bringing, or causing misfortune
An unfortunate turn of events.
Fortunately
In a fortunate manner. en
Unfortunately
Regrettable; deplorable
An unfortunate lack of good manners.
Fortunately
It is (or was, etc) fortunate that.
Fortunately for Sam, his pet hamster was alive.
Unfortunately
A victim of bad luck.
Fortunately
In a fortunate manner; luckily; successfully; happily.
Unfortunately
Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
The houses which burned down could have been saved. Unfortunately, the fire truck had broken down on the way.
Fortunately
By good fortune;
Fortunately the weather was good
Unfortunately
By bad luck;
Unfortunately it rained all day
Alas, I cannot stay
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