Another Word For Inadvertently

Meaning

The word "inadvertently" means doing something accidentally or without intention. It refers to actions or events that occur without planning or awareness, often leading to unintended consequences.

Synonyms

• Unintentionally
• Accidentally
• Mistakenly
• By mistake
• Unwittingly

Antonyms

• Intentionally
• Deliberately
• On purpose
• Knowingly
• Purposefully

Etymology

The word "inadvertently" comes from the prefix "in-" meaning "not," and "advertent," which is derived from the Latin word "advertentem," the present participle of "advertir," meaning "to pay attention." Hence, "inadvertently" literally means "not paying attention."

Examples

1. She inadvertently deleted the important files from her computer.
2. The student inadvertently copied his friend’s homework without realizing it.
3. He spoke inadvertently during the meeting, revealing confidential information.
4. The company inadvertently sent out the wrong product to its customers.
5. They inadvertently caused confusion by providing unclear instructions.