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Lucky

UK /["/ˈlʌki/"]/US /["/ˈlʌki/"]/

Definition

having good luck

Examples

  • I feel very lucky to have such supportive friends.
  • He won the lottery, proving how lucky he is!
  • They consider themselves lucky to travel the world.
  • I had a lucky day; everything went perfectly.
  • She found a lucky penny on the street and made a wish.

Usage notes

Used to describe someone or something that has had good fortune. It’s generally positive and can be used in both casual and serious contexts. Avoid in formal writing or when discussing bad luck.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a four-leaf clover for good luck.

Collocations

  • be
  • get
  • strike
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • for
  • with
  • be
  • get
  • strike
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • for
  • with

Synonyms

  • fortunate
  • blessed
  • favored
  • serendipitous
  • opportune

Antonyms

  • unlucky
  • unfortunate

Common mistakes

  • Using 'luckily' instead of 'lucky' in incorrect contexts
  • Confusing with 'fortunate' as a more formal synonym
  • Overusing in negative contexts like 'not lucky'