unintended

/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛndɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

not intended or planned; happening unexpectedly or unintentionally.

“The lawsuit was a result of an unintended consequence of the company’s new policy.”

2. noun

an unexpected or unplanned event or situation.

“The company faced a major unintended due to the sudden change in market trends.”

3. adverb

in a way that is not intended or planned.

“The damage was done unintentionally, but the company still took responsibility for it.”

Synonyms

  • accidental
  • unexpected
  • unforeseen
  • unplanned

Antonyms

  • foreseen
  • intended
  • planned