Unfortunately
13 lettersadverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Used to express regret or disappointment about something that is happening or has happened. It indicates an unfavourable or unlucky outcome.
“Unfortunately, the event had to be cancelled due to severe weather.”
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Features 'LY' ending with multiple common letters; contains 'UNFORTUNATE' prefix
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Scrabble
Worth 23 points; 'F' and 'Y' add value
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