luckily
|luck/i/ly|
B1
/ˈlʌkɪli/
(lucky)
good fortune
Etymology
Etymology Information
'luckily' originates from the word 'lucky,' which comes from Middle English 'lucki,' derived from 'luck.'
Historical Evolution
'lucki' transformed into the modern English word 'lucky,' and the adverbial form 'luckily' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'by chance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'by good fortune.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a fortunate manner; by good fortune.
Luckily, the rain stopped just before the ceremony.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35