1. plural of haplessness; the quality or state of being unlucky or unfortunate
Usage: countable plural form; often used in formal or literary contexts

Examples

• The haplessnesses of the characters in the tragedy made their story deeply moving.
• Despite the haplessnesses that befell the expedition, the team persevered.
• History is filled with the haplessnesses of those born into difficult circumstances.
• The novel explores various haplessnesses that test the protagonist's resolve.
• Their haplessnesses seemed to multiply with each passing season.