INADVERTENT Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

inadvertent

adjective

ˌi-nəd-ˈvər-tᵊnt

Definition of inadvertent

as in accidental

happening by chance an inadvertent encounter with a rattlesnake in the brush

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Recent Examples of inadvertent The referees called a play dead over an inadvertent whistle that set up another third-down play. — Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026 Despite the shortstop’s inadvertent trespassing into Bush’s headspace, the president sidestepped the ceremonial mark at the front of the mound and toed the rubber like a pro. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Sep. 2026 After their inadvertent reintroduction, Gordon and Ashley’s friends beg them not to get back together. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026 Parkinson has become the latest inadvertent symbol of a growing movement that believes children need more independence. — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inadvertent

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accidental

Adjective

But AppleCare One doesn't cover service fees for accidental damage.

— Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
Police are investigating the incident as an accidental death.

— Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of accidental

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