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UNWITTING
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Not aware or knowing
Example:
an unwitting subject in an experiment
Classified under:
Also:
incognizant; unaware ((often followed by 'of') not aware)
Antonym:
witting (aware or knowing)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge
Example:
his rudeness was unwitting
Synonyms:
ignorant; unknowing; unknowledgeable; unwitting
Classified under:
Similar:
uninformed (not informed; lacking in knowledge or information)
Sense 3
Meaning:
Not done with purpose or intent
Example:
an unwitting mistake may be overlooked
Synonyms:
unintentional; unplanned; unwitting
Classified under:
Adjectives
Similar:
unintended (not deliberate)
