unwitting meaning and definition

UNWITTING adjective

Definition of unwitting (adjective)

1. not done with purpose or intent
   • "an unintended slight"; "an unintentional pun"; "the offense was unintentional"; "an unwitting mistake may be overlooked"
   • synonyms: unintentional, unplanned
2. not aware or knowing
   • "an unwitting subject in an experiment"
   • antonym: witting
3. unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge
   • "he was completely ignorant of the circumstances"; "an unknowledgeable assistant"; "his rudeness was unwitting"
   • synonyms: ignorant, unknowing, unknowledgeable