unwitting — not done on purpose; not aware of the full facts
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not done on purpose; not aware of the full facts
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈwɪtɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- She became an unwitting star of the viral video when she danced behind the news reporter.
- The spy used unwitting tourists to smuggle the documents across the border.
- My cat was an unwitting accomplice in my diet failure, constantly leading me to the kitchen.
unwitting
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈwɪtɪŋ/]
not done on purpose; not aware of the full facts
The unwitting tourist smiled for a photo, unaware the pickpocket was reaching into his bag.
Unwitting reader sitting still, unaware of the ball hitting near!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'unwitting', composed of the prefix 'un-' (not) combined with 'witting' (knowing, aware), which derives from the verb 'wit' meaning 'to know'. The word has Germanic roots and has been used in English since medieval times.
Breakdown
un- (not) + wit (to know) + -ing (present participle/adjective suffix) = unwitting (not knowing, unaware)
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📝Examples
“She became an unwitting star of the viral video when she danced behind the news reporter.”
“The spy used unwitting tourists to smuggle the documents across the border.”
“My cat was an unwitting accomplice in my diet failure, constantly leading me to the kitchen.”
“The company made unwitting violations of environmental regulations due to poor communication.”
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