ACCIDENTALLY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adverb

of a minor or subordinate nature

Example: these magnificent achievements were only incidentally influenced by Oriental models

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Adverb

without advance planning

Example: they met accidentally

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Adverb

without intention

Example: in an unintentional manner; she hit him unintentionally

Synonyms

By chance, Incidentally, Unintentionally, Circumstantially, Unexpectedly

Antonyms

Intentionally, Deliberately

🔗 Related Words

accidental – A related word in the same word family.

-ly – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Taboo words change fastest because each generation invents new slang to shock their elders!