Unplannedly: meaning, definitions and examples

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unplannedly

 

[ ʌnˈplændɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used in a sentence

In a way that was not planned or intended.

Synonyms

accidentally, inadvertently, unexpectedly.

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Word Description / Examples
unplannedly

Use this word to describe something that was not organized or anticipated ahead of time.

  • We met unplannedly at the airport during a layover
unexpectedly

Use this term for events or situations that occur suddenly and without warning, where there was no prior indication that it would happen.

  • The power went out unexpectedly just as the movie was getting to the best part
accidentally

This word is best used to describe an action or event that happens by chance, without intention. It often implies a mistake or mishap.

  • I accidentally knocked over the vase while cleaning
inadvertently

This word is suitable for situations where something happens unintentionally, often without anyone noticing at first. It can have a milder, less blameworthy tone than 'accidentally'.

  • She inadvertently left her keys on the counter before leaving for work

Examples of usage

  • She unplannedly bumped into her old friend at the grocery store.
  • The party unplannedly turned into a karaoke night.

Translations

Translations of the word "unplannedly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inesperadamente

🇮🇳 अनायास

🇩🇪 ungeplant

🇮🇩 tidak direncanakan

🇺🇦 незаплановано

🇵🇱 nieplanowanie

🇯🇵 計画せずに

🇫🇷 imprévus

🇪🇸 inesperadamente

🇹🇷 plansızca

🇰🇷 계획 없이

🇸🇦 دون تخطيط

🇨🇿 neplánovaně

🇸🇰 neplánovane

🇨🇳 无计划地

🇸🇮 neplanirano

🇮🇸 ófyrirséð

🇰🇿 жоспарсыз

🇬🇪 გაუთვალისწინებლად

🇦🇿 plansız şəkildə

🇲🇽 inesperadamente

Etymology

The word 'unplannedly' is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the adverb 'plannedly'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 20th century, as a way to express actions or events that were not planned or intended. The usage of 'unplannedly' has since become more common in informal and casual contexts.