inadvertently
UK/ˌɪnədˈvɜ:təntli/US
GREC2
Definitions
adv.
Without intention or awareness; by accident or oversight.
无意地；不经意地；疏忽地
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedinnot, opposite of
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advertstem
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entperforming, being in a state
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lyin the manner of
=inadvertently
Example Sentences
- 1.
He inadvertently revealed the surprise by mentioning the party.
- 2.
The virus was inadvertently introduced into the lab.