unwittingly
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for unwittingly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Without realizing; unintentionally.
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 unwittingly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From unwitting plus -ly.
Full origin of unwittingly →Frequently asked questions
What does “unwittingly” mean?
The word “unwittingly” means without realizing; unintentionally. In plain terms, doing something without meaning to or without knowing you were doing it.
How do you pronounce “unwittingly”?
“Unwittingly” is pronounced uhn-WIH-tihng-lee (/ˌʌnˈwɪtɪŋli/ in IPA).
How do you use “unwittingly” in a sentence?
Here is “unwittingly” used in a sentence: “She unwittingly gave away the surprise party by mentioning the cake.”
What part of speech is “unwittingly”?
“Unwittingly” is an adverb.
Is “unwittingly” a common word?
“Unwittingly” is an uncommon word in modern English.