Mischance
(noun)
An unfortunate event or accident that happens by chance.
Origin:
Derived from the middle english word "mischaunce" which means "bad luck" or "unfortunate event". the term refers to an unfortunate event or accident that happens by chance.
Examples:
- It was just a mischance that the car broke down on the way to the interview.
- The mischance of the storm caused the power lines to go down.
- He blamed his failure on mischance rather than his own lack of preparation.
- Despite the mischance, they were still able to finish the project on time.
- It was just a mischance that led to the death of the lab assistant.