Meaning & use
Misadventures
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Unlucky or unfortunate incidents or experiences, often recounted in a light or humorous way.
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The book chronicles the misadventures of two backpackers lost in the mountains of Peru.
Their weekend misadventures included a flat tire, a lost map, and a very grumpy goat.
A note on using this word
In law, 'death by misadventure' is a formal verdict meaning death resulted from a risky act without intent to cause harm.
Words with a similar meaning
mishapsescapadesexploits
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Words with an opposite meaning
triumphs
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