Definitions
- Describing an action that is done without much thought or consideration. - Referring to a behavior that is not premeditated or planned. - Talking about an act that is done without any intention or purpose.
- Describing an action that is done without any conscious decision or purpose. - Referring to a behavior that is not intended or planned. - Talking about an act that is done accidentally or inadvertently.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions that are not done on purpose.
- 2Both words imply a lack of intention or premeditation.
- 3Both words can be used to express regret or apology for an action.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Undeliberately is less common and more informal than unintentionally.
- 2Connotation: Undeliberately suggests a lack of forethought or consideration, while unintentionally implies an absence of intent or purpose.
- 3Degree: Undeliberately suggests a lower degree of culpability or responsibility than unintentionally.
- 4Form: Undeliberately is an adverb, while unintentionally can function as an adverb or adjective.
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Remember this!
Undeliberately and unintentionally are synonyms that describe actions that are not done on purpose. However, undeliberately suggests a lack of forethought or consideration, while unintentionally implies an absence of intent or purpose. Additionally, undeliberately is less common and more informal than unintentionally.
