unintentionally
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for unintentionally, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Without meaning to; by accident.
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.
Antonyms
Etymology
From unintentional + -ly.
Full origin of unintentionally →Frequently asked questions
What does “unintentionally” mean?
The word “unintentionally” means without meaning to; by accident. In plain terms, did something by accident, not on purpose.
How do you use “unintentionally” in a sentence?
Here is “unintentionally” used in a sentence: “She unintentionally deleted the whole file.”
What part of speech is “unintentionally”?
“Unintentionally” is an adverb.
Is “unintentionally” a common word?
“Unintentionally” is an uncommon word in modern English.
