unknowingly
2 synonyms and 1 antonyms for unknowingly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Without being aware; without realizing.
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
How to use unknowingly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "unknowing" + "-ly."
Full origin of unknowingly →Frequently asked questions
What does “unknowingly” mean?
The word “unknowingly” means without being aware; without realizing. In plain terms, doing something without knowing it, by accident of awareness rather than by intent.
How do you pronounce “unknowingly”?
“Unknowingly” is pronounced uhn-NOH-ihng-lee (/ʌnˈnəʊ.ɪŋ.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “unknowingly” in a sentence?
Here is “unknowingly” used in a sentence: “She had unknowingly signed away her rights to the property.”
What is the opposite of “unknowingly”?
The opposite of “unknowingly” — its antonyms — is knowingly.
What part of speech is “unknowingly”?
“Unknowingly” is an adverb.