unfortunately, unluckily, regrettably, alas
(adverb) by bad luck; “unfortunately it rained all day”; “alas, I cannot stay”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
unfortunately (comparative more unfortunately, superlative most unfortunately)
Happening through bad luck, or because of some unfortunate event.
Used (as a parenthetical word) to express disappointment, compassion, sorrow, regret or grief.
• (through bad luck): unluckily
• (parenthetical word): alas, regrettably, sadly, sad to say
• (through bad luck): fortunately, luckily
Source: Wiktionary
Un*for"tu*nate, a.
Definition: Not fortunate; unsuccessful; not prosperous; unlucky; attended with misfortune; unhappy; as, an unfortunate adventure; an unfortunate man; an unfortunate commander; unfortunate business.
– n.
Definition: An unfortunate person. Hood.
– Un*for"tu*nate*ly, adv.
– Un*for"tu*nate*ness, n.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
18 March 2025
(noun) any of numerous and diverse orchids of the genus Odontoglossum having racemes of few to many showy usually large flowers in many colors
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
