English adjective: unwitting | |||
1. | unwitting not done with purpose or intent | ||
Samples | An unintended slight. An unintentional pun. The offense was unintentional. An unwitting mistake may be overlooked. | ||
Synonyms | unintentional, unplanned | ||
Similar | unintended | ||
Antonyms | intended | ||
2. | unwitting not aware or knowing | ||
Samples | An unwitting subject in an experiment. | ||
See also | incognizant, unaware | ||
Antonyms | witting | ||
3. | unwitting unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge | ||
Samples | He was completely ignorant of the circumstances. An unknowledgeable assistant. His rudeness was unwitting. | ||
Synonyms | ignorant, unknowing, unknowledgeable | ||
Similar | uninformed | ||
Antonyms | informed | ||