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Definition of Tough luck
1. Noun. An unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes.
Generic synonyms: Circumstances, Destiny, Fate, Fortune, Lot, Luck, Portion
Specialized synonyms: Weakness, Adversity, Hard Knocks, Hardship, Gutter, Sewer, Toilet, Hard Cheese
Antonyms: Good Luck, Good Fortune
Definition of Tough luck
1. Noun. (idiomatic) Bad luck. ¹
2. Interjection. (idiomatic) Bad luck. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Tough Luck
Literary usage of Tough luck
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Hopalong Cassidy by Clarence Edward Mulford (1910)
"tough luck, tough luck," Curtis muttered slowly. " D—n tough, if you asks me,"
Frisco growled. "What happened to th' others?" Curtis asked, referring to ..."
2. Hopalong Cassidy by Clarence Edward Mulford (1910)
"tough luck, tough luck," Curtis muttered slowly. " D—n tough, if you asks me,"
Frisco growled. " What happened to th' others ? ..."
3. General Kenney Reports: A Personal History of the Pacific War by George C. Kenney (1997)
""tough luck, Sergeant," I said. "How did it happen?" The sergeant hadn't noticed
me come in. He was puffing away contentedly on a cigarette and watching the ..."
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