unintentional
/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛnʃənəl/Done or occurring without intention or purpose; accidental
Her unintentional comment hurt his feelings.
She didn't mean to say something that would upset him.
The damage was unintentional, caused by a technical failure.
The harm wasn't deliberate; it happened because of a system error.
Often used to clarify that an action or result was not planned or deliberate.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'unintentional' to describe actions or results that were not planned or deliberate.
⚡Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While 'unintentional' is useful, avoid using it excessively when 'accidental' or 'unplanned' would suffice.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'unintentional', from 'un-' (not) + 'intentional' (done with purpose).
📝Usage Notes
Often used in legal, medical, and technical contexts to describe actions or outcomes that were not planned.