Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unintentional
Adjective
/ˌʌn.ɪnˈtɛn.ʃən.əl/
Definition
Not intended or planned; occurring without deliberate intention.
Examples
- He made an unintentional mistake in the report.
- The unintentional consequences of the policy surprised many.
- Her comments were taken in an unintentional way that upset her friend.
Meaning
When something is unintentional, it happens accidentally or without purpose. It is often used to describe actions or effects that are not meant to occur.
Synonyms
- accidental
- inadvertent
- unplanned
- unexpected
