unawares
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unawares, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — By surprise; without warning.
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How to use unawares
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Etymology
From unaware + the adverbial -s ending, and actually recorded in English before "unaware" itself.
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What does “unawares” mean?
The word “unawares” means by surprise; without warning. In plain terms, caught off guard, or done without intending to.
How do you pronounce “unawares”?
“Unawares” is pronounced uh-nuh-WEH-uhz (/ˌʌnəˈwɛə(ɹ)z/ in IPA).
How do you use “unawares” in a sentence?
Here is “unawares” used in a sentence: “The sudden downpour caught the hikers unawares.”
What part of speech is “unawares”?
“Unawares” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “unawares” have?
“Unawares” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: by surprise; without warning.