inadvertent
[ in-uhd-vur-tnt ]
/ ˌɪn ədˈvɜr tnt /
adjective
unintentional: an inadvertent insult.
not attentive; heedless.
of, relating to, or characterized by lack of attention.
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Origin of inadvertent
SYNONYMS FOR inadvertent
2 inattentive.
OTHER WORDS FROM inadvertent
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inadvertent
/ (ˌɪnədˈvɜːtənt) /
adjective
failing to act carefully or considerately; inattentive
resulting from heedless action; unintentional
Derived forms of inadvertent
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