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accidentally

The correct spelling is accidentally.

How to pronounce accidentally

/ˌæksəˈdɛnt(ə)li/
adverb

IPA: /ˌæksəˈdɛnt(ə)li/

Say it like: Acs-ide-nta-llee

The correct spelling is accidentally. In an accidental manner; by chance, unexpectedly. For example: "He discovered penicillin largely accidentally."

Usage Examples

He discovered penicillin largely accidentally.

He accidentally exposed the bacteria to mold spores.

Definition

adverb

  1. 1.In an accidental manner; by chance, unexpectedly.
  2. 2.Unintentionally.

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