adversity (noun) /ædˈvɝ.sɪ.ti/
1
(uncountable) The state of adverse conditions; state of misfortune or calamity.
2
(countable) An event that is adverse; calamity.
(uncountable) The state of adverse conditions; state of misfortune or calamity.
(countable) An event that is adverse; calamity.