inadvertently (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.ædˈvɜː.tənt.li/

Definition

Without intending to, or without noticing; accidentally.

Examples

• She inadvertently sent the email to the wrong person.

• The store inadvertently overcharged me for the item.

• He inadvertently revealed his surprise by asking about the party.

How to Use inadvertently

inadvertently + verb (prepositional phrase)

To perform an action by accident or without intention. — "He inadvertently spilled coffee on his shirt."

Synonyms of inadvertently

Words with a similar meaning to inadvertently:

• accidentally
• unintentionally
• carelessly
• unwittingly

Antonyms of inadvertently

Words with the opposite meaning to inadvertently:

• intentionally
• deliberately

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