Mischance
/ˌmɪsˈtʃæns/noun
An unfortunate event caused by bad luck or fate.
His injury was just a mischance, nobody was at fault.
Often appears as...
- meet a mischance
- cause a mischance
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Bad Luck
Often implies events beyond our control have caused the problem, rather than someone's mistake.
Missing the crucial penalty kick was a mischance that cost them the game.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Intentional
Indicates that the unfortunate event was not caused on purpose.
His absence at the ceremony was due to a mischance, not a deliberate decision.
Pro Tip 3/3No Blame
Used when no one is to be blamed or held responsible for the unfortunate event.
Despite the costly mischance, no one in the team was at fault.
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