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Meaning of unplanned
The primary meaning of the word "unplanned" refers to something that happens or is done without prior planning or intention.
Etymology of unplanned
The word "unplanned" is derived from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "planned" which is the past tense of the verb "plan" meaning "to decide on and arrange details of something in advance"
The term has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe events or actions that occur without prior intention or planning
Synonyms
spontaneous
unintentional
unexpected
unforeseen
unplanned
unanticipated
unintended
accidental
incidental
casual
haphazard
random
impromptu
impulsive
instinctive
intuitive
unintentional
unpremeditated
unscripted
unrehearsed
unprepared
improvised
extemporaneous
offhand
off-the-cuff
impetuous
whimsical
capricious
arbitrary
unforeseeable
unlooked-for
unexpected
surprise
unintentional
involuntary
unconscious
unthinking
unreflecting
impulsive
compulsive
instinctual
accidental
incidental
coincidental
serendipitous
fortuitous
Definitions
- Not planned or intended: happening or done without prior planning or intention
- * Not deliberately done: happening or done without being deliberately planned or intended
Usage Examples
- The company's unplanned expansion into new markets led to unexpected financial gains
- * The unplanned pregnancy was a surprise to the entire family
- * The unplanned stop on the road trip turned out to be a wonderful discovery
Antonyms
planned
intentional
deliberate
intended
purposeful
deliberate
premeditated
calculated
intentional
voluntary
conscious
thoughtful
reflective
considered
preplanned
anticipated
expected
foreseeable
predictable
scripted
rehearsed
prepared
organized
systematic
methodical
structured