Accidentally
Accidentally
Accidentally (pronunciation: /æk.sɪˈdɛn.təl.i/) is an adverb that describes an action that was not planned or intended. It is derived from the Latin word "accidentalis", meaning "by chance".
Etymology
The term "accidentally" is derived from the Latin word "accidentalis", which means "by chance". It is a combination of "accidere" (to happen) and "-alis" (a suffix indicating relation or pertaining to). The term has been in use in English since the late 14th century.
Related Terms
- Accident: An unexpected and undesirable event, especially one resulting in damage or harm.
- Incident: An event or occurrence.
- Unintentional: Not done on purpose; unintentional.
- Inadvertent: Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning.
- Mishap: An unlucky accident.
Usage
The term "accidentally" is often used in medical contexts to describe injuries or conditions that occur without intent. For example, an "accidental injury" is one that occurs without the person intending to harm themselves or others. It is also used in phrases such as "accidentally swallowed" or "accidentally inhaled" to describe exposure to harmful substances.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Accidentally
- Wikipedia's article - Accidentally
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