incidentally
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for incidentally, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Used to introduce a side remark, loosely connected to what was just said.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use incidentally
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “incidentally” mean?
The word “incidentally” means used to introduce a side remark, loosely connected to what was just said. In plain terms, by the way — used to slip in a related but secondary point.
How do you pronounce “incidentally”?
“Incidentally” is pronounced ihn-sih-DEHNT-lee (/ˌɪnsəˈdɛn(t)l̩i/ in IPA).
How do you use “incidentally” in a sentence?
Here is “incidentally” used in a sentence: “Incidentally, I saw your brother at the gym yesterday.”
What part of speech is “incidentally”?
“Incidentally” is an adverb.
Is “incidentally” a common word?
“Incidentally” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “incidentally” have?
“Incidentally” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to introduce a side remark, loosely connected to what was just said.