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unawares Definition

un·awares (-ə werz′)

adverb

  1. without knowing or being aware; unintentionally
  2. unexpectedly; suddenly; by surprise to sneak up on someone unawares

  • unawed
unawares Synonyms

unawares

modif.

  1. Unintentionally

    inadvertently, ignorantly, carelessly, without thinking; see accidentally.

  2. Suddenly

    surprisingly, suddenly, abruptly; see quickly 1, unexpectedly.