unfortunately

[ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli]

unfortunately Definition

used to express regret or disappointment about a situation.

Using unfortunately: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unfortunately" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the party tonight.

  • Example

    We were unable to finish the project on time, unfortunately.

  • Example

    Unfortunately, the weather forecast predicts rain for the entire week.

unfortunately Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for unfortunately

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Summary: unfortunately in Brief

'Unfortunately' [ʌnˈfɔːtʃənətli] is an adverb used to express regret or disappointment about a situation. It is often used to convey bad news or negative outcomes, as in 'Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend the party tonight.' or 'We were unable to finish the project on time, unfortunately.'

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