Curse and Mischance

Curse

Curse noun - A prayer that harm will come to someone.

Mischance and curse are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Mischance" instead a noun "Curse".

Nearby Words: cursed, cursing

Mischance

Mischance noun - Bad luck or an example of this.
Usage example: by mischance she took a wrong turn and became hopelessly lost in the city

Curse and mischance are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Curse" instead a noun "Mischance".

Both words in one sentence

  • Fisher King In Lois McMaster Bujold's The Curse of Chalion, the royal family's curse causes every decision they make, be it directing a war or political maneuverings, to be twisted, increasing the likelihood of failure by mischance or enemy action.
    Source: Fisher King
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