Meaning & Definition of word "Luckily"
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Luckily
/ˈlʌkɪli/
adverb:
- 1. by good fortune; fortunately.
- Example: Luckily, I found a parking spot right in front of the restaurant.
- 2. as a result of good luck.
- Example: Luckily, the rain stopped just before the outdoor wedding began.
- 3. in a fortunate manner.
- Example: I didn't study for the test, but luckily, the questions were all things I knew.
- 4. used to express relief that something undesirable did not happen.
- Example: I almost missed my flight; luckily, the gate was just around the corner.
Etymology
From 'luck' + '-ily' indicating manner.
Common Phrases and Expressions
luck of the draw:
The outcome determined by chance.
better lucky than good:
Sometimes being lucky is more important than skill.
Related Words
luck:
The force that seems to operate for good or ill in people's lives, affecting their fortunes.
fortunate:
Favored by or involving good luck.
Slang Meanings of luckily
Meaning: By chance, but in a good way.
Example Sentence: We just managed to catch the bus, lucky us!
Meaning: Getting a break or good fortune unexpectedly.
Example Sentence: I won the raffle—lucky me!