unwittingly — Done without awareness or intention; accidentally or unknowingly performing an action without realizing it.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: Done without awareness or intention; accidentally or unknowingly performing an action without realizing it.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈwɪtɪŋli/
Example Sentences
- He unwittingly liked his ex-girlfriend's wedding photos on social media.
- The spy unwittingly walked into a trap set by enemy agents.
- She unwittingly wore the same outfit as her mother-in-law to the dinner.
unwittingly
ADVERB[/ʌnˈwɪtɪŋli/]
Done without awareness or intention; accidentally or unknowingly performing an action without realizing it.
Done without awareness or intention; accidentally or unknowingly performing an action without realizing it.
He unwittingly destroyed evidence, but fittingly revealed the truth wittingly!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'wit' meaning 'knowledge' or 'understanding,' combined with negative prefix 'un-' and adverbial suffix '-ly.' Originally 'wit' referred to mental faculties and awareness.
Breakdown
un- (not/without) + witt- (knowledge/awareness) + -ing (present participle) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“He unwittingly liked his ex-girlfriend's wedding photos on social media.”
“The spy unwittingly walked into a trap set by enemy agents.”
“She unwittingly wore the same outfit as her mother-in-law to the dinner.”
“The company unwittingly hired their competitor's former CEO.”
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