# unwittingly

**Pronunciation:** ʌnˈwɪtɪŋli · un-WIT-ing-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that is not intended or realized; without knowledge or awareness.

## Examples

- He unwittingly revealed the surprise party plans during the dinner conversation.
- The company unwittingly hired a candidate who had falsified his entire resume.
- By clicking that link, you may have unwittingly installed malware on your computer.

## Synonyms

- accidentally — The most common term for something happening without planning.
- unintentionally — Focuses on the lack of a deliberate goal or purpose.
- inadvertently — Often used for mistakes caused by oversight or lack of attention.
- unconsciously — Implies an action done without being aware of one's own motivations.

## Antonyms

- knowingly — Doing something while fully aware of the facts.
- deliberately — Doing something on purpose and with careful thought.

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