inadvertently

[in-uhd-vur-tnt-lee]

adverb

1. unintentionally; without meaning to.

   I apologize to anyone I have inadvertently left off this list.

2. through lack of attention; without anyone noticing.

   There is the potential for one set of rules to inadvertently replace another.

Word History and Origins

Origin of inadvertently¹

inadvertent ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Former national security advisor Michael Waltz, who was recently confirmed as the US's ambassador to the UN, had invited the journalist to the chat inadvertently.

From BBC

But he also believes some domestic policy decisions have "perhaps inadvertently" created a more "stubborn inflation situation" here in the UK "probably more so than in other developed countries."

From BBC

The case serves as a cautionary example of how even top-tier news organizations can inadvertently fuel misinformation and the ripple effects it can create across the media landscape.

From Salon

In doing so, Berko says some water may have inadvertently splashed on the women.

From Los Angeles Times

Some believe the territory's complex citizenship laws have inadvertently created a crucible of disenfranchised Haitian youngsters.

From BBC

Related Words

• negligently www.thesaurus.com
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