unknowingly
|un/know/ing/ly|
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/ʌnˈnoʊɪŋli/
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/ʌnˈnəʊɪŋli/
(unknowing)
without awareness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unknowingly' originates from the Old English word 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'cnāwan' meaning 'to know'.
Historical Evolution
'unknowingly' changed from the Old English word 'uncnāwan' and eventually became the modern English word 'unknowingly'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not knowing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is not aware'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is not aware or conscious of something.
She unknowingly walked into the trap.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45