luckily

[luhk-uh-lee]

adverb

1. by good luck; fortunately.

   Luckily we had enough money.

Word History and Origins

Origin of luckily¹

First recorded in 1520–30; lucky ¹ + -ly

Example Sentences

So, luckily, by the grace of God, you know, six years later we are in a different position,” Pam told the outlet.

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Well luckily you can stop doing that and enjoy a warm and comfortable wash as Proudman says cold water doesn't add any extra shine to your hair.

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"I've lost a few sentimental things but luckily we are insured."

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She works alongside quantity surveyor Jack Little, who combined an apprenticeship with a degree at the University of South Wales and now "luckily" works five minutes from his house.

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He had just been there and luckily missed them, he said.

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