Basic Details
Word: Unfortunately
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: Sadly; it indicates that something bad has happened or that something is not as good as it could be.
Synonyms: Regrettably, unluckily
Antonyms: Fortunately, luckily
Idioms and Phrases
- Unfortunately for him: Used to express that something bad happened to someone. Example: "Unfortunately for him, he missed the bus and was late for school."
- It's unfortunately true: A way to acknowledge an unpleasant reality. Example: "It's unfortunately true that sometimes we cannot control the weather."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Unfortunately, the picnic was cancelled due to heavy rain.
Example 2: The students were excited for the field trip, but unfortunately, the bus broke down.
Example 3: Unfortunately, I lost my favourite book and havent been able to find it anywhere.
Fun Fact
The word "unfortunately" is formed by using the prefix "un-" which means "not," combined with the word "fortunate," meaning "lucky." Together, it conveys the opposite meaning of being lucky!
Famous Quote
"Unfortunately, an extreme event occurs every now and then, and they are generally bad ones." - Paul Krugman
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "unfortunately" mean?
a) Happily
b) Sadly
c) Excitedly
d) Quickly
Answer: b) Sadly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "unfortunately"?
a) Lucky
b) Regrettably
c) Cheerfully
d) Rarely
Answer: b) Regrettably
3. Which word is the opposite of "unfortunately"?
a) Sadly
b) Unfortunately
c) Luckily
d) Regrettably
Answer: c) Luckily
4. Which sentence uses "unfortunately" correctly?
a) Unfortunately, the sun is shining bright today.
b) Unfortunately, I have to leave the party early.
c) Unfortunately, everyone won the race.
d) Unfortunately, it was a wonderful day.
Answer: b) Unfortunately, I have to leave the party early.
5. Which idiom correctly uses "unfortunately"?
a) It's unfortunately true that I lost my keys.
b) Unfortunately for her, she won the prize.
c) He is unfortunately happy today.
d) Unfortunately for them, they could not find the treasure.
Answer: a) It's unfortunately true that I lost my keys.
