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unconsciously

uhn-KON-shuhs-lee

Unconsciously (adv) means Without being aware of doing something. Example: “She unconsciously mimicked her mother's tone of voice.”

adv
1
Without being aware of doing something.
"She unconsciously mimicked her mother's tone of voice."

How to use unconsciously

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDoing something without realizing it or intending to.

Easily confused with
Common pairings
unconsciously copy unconsciously mimic

Word forms

more unconsciously comparative, most unconsciously superlative

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Etymology

From un- + consciously.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unconsciously” mean?

The word “unconsciously” means without being aware of doing something. In plain terms, doing something without realizing it or intending to.

How do you pronounce “unconsciously”?

“Unconsciously” is pronounced uhn-KON-shuhs-lee (/ˌʌnˈkɑnʃəsli/ in IPA).

How do you use “unconsciously” in a sentence?

Here is “unconsciously” used in a sentence: “She unconsciously mimicked her mother's tone of voice.”

What is the opposite of “unconsciously”?

The opposite of “unconsciously” — its antonyms — is consciously.

What part of speech is “unconsciously”?

“Unconsciously” is an adverb.

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