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Meaning of unknowingly
The primary meaning of "unknowingly" is doing something without being aware of it or without realizing the consequences or implications.
Etymology of unknowingly
The word "unknowingly" is derived from the Old English word "uncūþ" meaning unknown, and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially with the meaning "without knowledge" or "unaware"
Over time, the word has evolved to include connotations of unintentional or unconscious actions
Synonyms
unintentionally
accidentally
inadvertently
unconsciously
unaware
ignorantly
innocently
naively
obliviously
unwittingly
unknowing
unawares
unsuspectingly
unthinkingly
heedlessly
carelessly
thoughtlessly
rashly
impulsively
spontaneously
instinctively
reflexively
automatically
mechanically
subconsciously
instinctually
intuitively
unconsciously
unreflectively
unthinkingly
innocently
ingenuously
artlessly
guilelessly
sincerely
genuinely
authentically
truthfully
realistically
factually
actually
actually
really
truly
honestly
sincerely
unpretentiously
modestly
humbly
unassumingly
unobtrusively
quietly
unnoticeably
imperceptibly
subtly
discreetly
tactfully
diplomatically
considerately
tactically
strategically
wisely
prudently
judiciously
discerningly
perceptively
astutely
shrewdly
wisely
prudently
cautiously
carefully
vigilantly
watchfully
attentively
mindfully
deliberately
intentionally
purposefully
knowingly
wittingly
consciously
intentionally
deliberately
purposefully
willfully
knowingly
intentionally
on purpose
by design
consciously
knowingly
deliberately
intentionally
purposefully
willfully
designedly
knowingly
intentionally
consciously
intentionally
deliberately
purposefully
wittingly
knowingly
intentionally
on purpose
by design
with intent
willfully
knowingly
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
with intent
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
with intent
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
Definitions
- Without realizing or being aware of something
- * Without knowledge or awareness of something
- * Not knowing or realizing the consequences or implications of something
- * Doing something unintentionally or unconsciously
Usage Examples
- She walked into the room unknowingly interrupting a private conversation
- * He made a comment unknowingly offending his friend
- * The company unknowingly hired an unqualified candidate
- * The tourists unknowingly wandered into a restricted area
- * The new policy will affect many people unknowingly, as they are not aware of the changes
Antonyms
knowingly
intentionally
deliberately
purposefully
willfully
consciously
intentionally
on purpose
by design
with intent
wittingly
intentionally
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
intentionally
deliberately
consciously
knowingly
intentionally
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
voluntarily
intentionally
deliberately
knowingly
consciously
intentionally
with purpose
with intention
with knowledge
with awareness
with consciousness
with deliberation
intentionally
deliberately
purposefully
willfully
knowingly
intentionally
on purpose
by design
with intent