What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unpurposely
Example
I unpurposely left my phone at home this morning. [unpurposely: adverb]
Example
She unpurposely spilled coffee on her shirt while rushing to work. [unpurposely: adverb]
accidentally
Example
He accidentally broke the vase while cleaning the room. [accidentally: adverb]
Example
The car accidentally hit the curb while turning the corner. [accidentally: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Accidentally is more commonly used than unpurposely in everyday language and is more versatile in various contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unpurposely and accidentally?
Accidentally is more formal than unpurposely and is preferred in formal writing and speech.
