Unerringly: meaning, definitions and examples

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unerringly

 

[ ʌnˈɜːrɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of action

Unerringly refers to doing something without making errors or mistakes. It conveys a sense of precision and reliability in the actions taken. This term is often used to describe someone’s actions that are consistently accurate or correct. When someone acts unerringly, they can be relied upon to achieve the desired outcome without fail.

Synonyms

accurately, exactly, infallibly

Examples of usage

  • She unerringly navigated the complex maze.
  • He unerringly identified the problem during the meeting.
  • The experienced pilot unerringly brought the plane to a safe landing.

Translations

Translations of the word "unerringly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inerrantemente

🇮🇳 अविचलित रूप से

🇩🇪 unfehlbar

🇮🇩 tanpa kesalahan

🇺🇦 безпомилково

🇵🇱 niezawodnie

🇯🇵 間違いなく

🇫🇷 sans erreur

🇪🇸 sin error

🇹🇷 hatasız bir şekilde

🇰🇷 틀림없이

🇸🇦 بدون خطأ

🇨🇿 neomylně

🇸🇰 neomylně

🇨🇳 毫无错误地

🇸🇮 neomajno

🇮🇸 óbilandi

🇰🇿 қателіксіз

🇬🇪 არასწორი

🇦🇿 səhvsiz

🇲🇽 sin error

Word origin

The word 'unerringly' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which means 'not', combined with the root word 'erring', which comes from the Old English 'irning', meaning 'to wander' or 'to stray'. The term emphasizes the negation of error, thus depicting actions carried out without deviation or mistakes. Its usage can be traced back to the late 19th century when it began to appear in literature as a way to describe the reliability and precision of individuals or processes. Over time, 'unerringly' has been embraced in various contexts including literature, everyday speech, and technical fields where accuracy is critical. The evolution reflects society’s growing appreciation for precision and dependability in actions.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,672, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.