UNINTENDED Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

unintended

adjective

ˌən-in-ˈten-dəd

Definition of unintended

as in accidental

happening by chance backyard digging that resulted in unintended damage to buried phone wires

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as in spontaneous

not made or done willingly or by choice a response that yielded an unintended insight into her personal character

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Recent Examples of unintended While few would say that system is perfect, there could be a dangerous, unintended consequence, two forensic psychiatrists write in a STAT First Opinion. — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 31 Aug. 2026 While that figure was low, the researchers argued that even a small risk of unintended weapons use could be unacceptable in sensitive maritime confrontations. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026 Industry stakeholders argued that the measure had the unintended consequence of hamstringing Hollywood’s recovery by limiting the ability of studios to use state incentives for in-state production. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 29 Aug. 2026 Mirassou believes lifting the tariffs could have unintended consequences for cattle ranchers throughout the country. — Dawn White, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unintended

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unintended

Adjective

This included expert witnesses who said the child’s death was an accidental drowning brought on by a seizure and a jailhouse informant who recanted his trial testimony that Duncan had confessed to the crime.

— Richard A. Webster, ProPublica, 31 Aug. 2026
In all three cases, authorities have appeared to suggest their deaths were accidental.

— Ryan Young, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of accidental

Adjective

Because of spontaneous and piezoelectric polarization in its crystal structure, GaN heterostructures can naturally induce extremely thin sheets of mobile electrons and holes.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
With a vehicle this size, 180 hp isn't exactly a recipe for spontaneous joy.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of spontaneous

Adjective

The first-generation Apple Watch SE is a practical entry point for someone curious about the Apple Watch but unwilling to pay flagship prices.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 29 Aug. 2026
The Iranians have now discovered the power of their geography and seem unwilling to give up on controlling/administering the Strait of Hormuz.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of unwilling

Adjective

But leaving a stone or steel in the bottom of your oven could subject it to unintentional splatters and spills.

— Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
Chronic disease can lead to loss of weight and muscle, and unintentional weight loss can be a sign of an underlying medical problem.

— Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026