unknowingly
Unknowingly (adverb) means Without being aware; without realizing. Example: “She had unknowingly signed away her rights to the property.”
How to use unknowingly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDoing something without knowing it, by accident of awareness rather than by intent.
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She had _____ signed away her rights to the property.
Etymology
From "unknowing" + "-ly."
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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.