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unfortunate
When used to describe a person, "unfortunate" can be a gentle way of saying someone is poor or has had a very difficult life. In professional or social settings, calling a comment or action "unfortunate" is often a polite way to say it was a mistake or offensive without being overly aggressive.
💬Casual Conversation
my laptop just died and i didn't save the draft. i'm literally shaking.
that is unfortunate. you really need to stop winging it with your backups.
Meanings
Having or bringing bad luck; unlucky.
"It was unfortunate that the rain started just as the outdoor wedding began."
Regrettable, inappropriate, or inconvenient.
"The politician made an unfortunate comment that offended many voters."
Deserving pity; wretched.
"The charity provides shelter and food for the most unfortunate members of society."