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Meaning of unintentional
The primary meaning of "unintentional" is describing an action or result that is not deliberate or planned.
Etymology of unintentional
The word "unintentional" has its roots in the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "intentional" derived from the Old French "entention" meaning "purpose" or "goal", which in turn comes from the Latin "intentio" meaning "a stretching out" or "purpose"
The term has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe actions or results that occur without prior planning or intent
Synonyms
accidental
inadvertent
unintentional
unpremeditated
spontaneous
involuntary
unconscious
unaware
unplanned
unanticipated
unexpected
incidental
coincidental
fortuitous
unintentional
unwitting
unknowing
unthinking
careless
heedless
thoughtless
irresponsible
reckless
wanton
gratuitous
unnecessary
avoidable
preventable
involuntary
accidental
incidental
Definitions
- Done or happening without being planned or intended
- * Not deliberate or intentional
- * Resulting from or done without intention or purpose
Usage Examples
- The company's unintentional release of confidential information led to a public scandal
- * She unintentionally offended her friend with her thoughtless comment
- * The new policy has had an unintentional consequence of increasing costs for small businesses
Antonyms
intentional
deliberate
planned
purposeful
intended
voluntary
conscious
aware
thoughtful
careful
heedful
responsible
reckless
wanton
premeditated
calculated
measured
considered
advised
willful
knowing
witting