Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unbeknownst
adverb
ˌən-bə-ˈnōn(t)st
Definition
Without someone’s knowledge or awareness.
Examples
- Unbeknownst to her, a surprise party was being planned.
- He left the door unlocked, unbeknownst to everyone in the house.
- The changes were made unbeknownst to the staff.
Meaning
Used to indicate that something happened without the person being aware of it.
Synonyms
- Unknown to
- Unaware
- Without knowledge of
