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Meaning of luckily
The primary meaning of the word "luckily" is to express that something happens or is done by good fortune or chance.
Etymology of luckily
The word "luckily" is derived from the word "luck," which originated from the Middle Dutch word "luc," meaning "happiness" or "good fortune"
The adverbial form "luckily" emerged in the 15th century to express the idea of something happening by good fortune or chance
Synonyms
fortunately
happily
providentially
auspiciously
propitiously
favorably
advantageously
beneficially
positively
advantageously
opportunely
timely
seasonably
appropriately
suitably
fittingly
rightly
justly
fairly
mercifully
blessedly
gratefully
thankfully
kindly
generously
charitably
benignly
mildly
gently
leniently
softly
quietly
peacefully
calmly
serenely
tranquilly
smoothly
effortlessly
easily
comfortably
pleasantly
agreeably
delightfully
joyfully
cheerfully
hopefully
optimistically
encouragingly
hearteningly
upliftingly
Definitions
- Used to express that something happens or is done by good fortune or chance
- Used to express relief or gratitude that something has turned out well
Usage Examples
- Luckily, I had my umbrella with me, so I didn't get wet in the rain
- She luckily escaped the accident without any injuries
- Luckily, the hotel room was available, so we were able to stay there for the night
Antonyms
unfortunately
unluckily
sadly
regrettably
disappointingly
sorrowfully
mournfully
gloomily
depressingly
dismally
bleakly
grimly
harshly
severely
roughly
violently
forcefully
intensely
fiercely
wildly
chaotically
tumultuously
turbulently
stormily
tempestuously
miserably
wretchedly
pitifully
piteously
distressingly
painfully
anguishly
agonizingly