Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unawares
adverb
/ˌʌn.əˈwɛrz/
Definition
In a manner that is not aware or conscious of something.
Examples
- She walked into the room unawares of the surprise party waiting for her.
- The car approached unawares, making it difficult for pedestrians to notice.
Meaning
Unawares describes a situation where someone is caught off guard or not paying attention to something that is happening.
Synonyms
- unconsciously
- unknowingly
- incautiously
- obliviously
