Unwitting
mediumun-WIT-ing
adjective
Definition
Not aware of the full facts; unintentional
Examples
“He was an unwitting accomplice to the crime.”
“Her unwitting comment offended several people.”
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GRE Tip
Unwitting is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "inadvertent" or "unintentional" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "deliberate".
Related GRE Words
inadvertent
Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning
unconscious
Not conscious; unaware; done without awareness
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
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