ill-starred

The word “ill-starred” has 2 syllables: ill-starred

It's pronounced as /ɪlˈstɑːrd/


What is synonym and antonym for ill-starred?

In the thesaurus, “ill-starred” has 26 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ill-starred along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for ill-starred

Antonyms for ill-starred

Meanings of ill-starred

  • adjective
    1. Doomed to a bad fate; hapless.

Example Sentences

  • The ill-starred expedition faced one misfortune after another, culminating in their eventual abandonment.
  • Despite their best efforts, the ill-starred couple seemed destined for a troubled relationship.
  • The ill-starred venture resulted in significant financial losses for the investors.
  • The town's ill-starred history was marked by a series of disasters and setbacks.
  • The playwright's ill-starred debut received scathing reviews from critics, effectively ending his career in theater.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ill-starred, such as: accursed, accurst, adverse, auspicious, blessed, blest, calamitous.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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