Basic Details
Word: Hapless
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Unlucky or unfortunate; often used to describe someone who experiences bad luck.
Synonyms: Unfortunate, unlucky, ill-fated
Antonyms: Fortunate, lucky, blessed
Idioms and Phrases
- Hapless in love: Used to describe someone who has bad luck in romantic relationships. Example: "He was hapless in love, always choosing the wrong partners."
- Plight of the hapless: Referring to the difficult situation faced by someone unlucky. Example: "The plight of the hapless traveller in the storm was a sight to see."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The hapless farmer lost all his crops to the unexpected frost in spring.
Example 2: Despite his best efforts, the hapless student kept making silly mistakes in his exams.
Example 3: The hapless wizard cast a spell that went wrong, turning his friends into frogs.
Fun Fact
The word "hapless" comes from the Middle English word "hap," which means luck or chance. In contrast, "less" means without, so "hapless" literally means "without luck."
Famous Quote
"Often the hapless fall more, for they are less aware of the dangers that lie ahead." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hapless" mean?
a) Joyful
b) Unlucky
c) Rich
d) Strong
Answer: b) Unlucky
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hapless"?
a) Fortunate
b) Unfortunate
c) Successful
d) Happy
Answer: b) Unfortunate
3. Which sentence uses "hapless" correctly?
a) The hapless dog was happy to see its owner.
b) The hapless hero always saved the day.
c) The hapless bird struggled to find food during the storm.
d) The hapless chef won the cooking competition.
Answer: c) The hapless bird struggled to find food during the storm.
4. What phrase indicates being unlucky in relationships?
a) Hapless in love
b) Fortunate in love
c) Love is blind
d) Love conquers all
Answer: a) Hapless in love
5. What is the opposite of "hapless"?
a) Hapless
b) Fortunate
c) Sad
d) Challenging
Answer: b) Fortunate
