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Meaning
The word "luckily" is an adverb that describes a situation or event that occurs in a fortunate or favorable manner. It implies that something good has happened, often unexpectedly, or that a particular outcome is positive due to chance.
Synonyms
- Fortunately
- Happily
- Fortuitously
- Providentially
- Serendipitously
Antonyms
- Unfortunately
- Unluckily
- Adversely
- Sadly
- Disadvantageously
Etymology
The word "luckily" is derived from "luck," which comes from the Middle Dutch word "luc," meaning "good fortune." The suffix "-ily" is added to form the adverb, indicating the manner in which something happens.
Examples
- Luckily, I found my wallet just before I needed to pay for my groceries.
- The weather was bad, but luckily, our outdoor event was postponed to a nicer day.
- Luckily, she had prepared for the exam, so she felt confident and did well.
- The train was delayed; luckily, I had some extra time to grab a coffee.
- Luckily for us, there was enough room in the car for all our luggage.