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unfortunately

American  
[uhn-fawr-chuh-nit-lee] / ʌnˈfɔr tʃə nɪt li /

adverb

  1. it is unfortunate that.

    Unfortunately, our flight was delayed for several hours.

  2. in a way or to a degree that is unfortunate or unlucky.

    The project was unfortunately placed on hold until further notice.

  3. in a way that is regrettable or unsuitable to the situation.

    Thank you for your comment, and I apologize for my unfortunately worded statement.
unfortunately British  
/ ʌnˈfɔːtʃənɪtlɪ /

adverb

  1. (sentence modifier) it is regrettable that; unluckily

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Etymology

Origin of unfortunately

First recorded in 1540–50; unfortunate ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

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