misfortune

(noun)

noun

1. unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event

Definition categories: event, trouble

2. an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes

Definition categories: state, circumstances, destiny, fate, fortune, lot, luck, portion

Sentences with misfortune as a noun:

- The worst tour I have ever had the misfortune to experience.

- It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training. - Ulysses S. Grant

- She had to come to terms with a number of misfortunes.