inadvertent
UK: ˌɪnədˈvɜːtənt | US: ˌɪnədˈvɜːrtənt
adj. not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning; unintentional
The word "inadvertent" originates from Latin roots. The prefix "in-" negates the meaning, while "advert" comes from the Latin "advertere" (to turn toward, pay attention). The suffix "-ent" forms adjectives indicating a state or quality. Thus, "inadvertent" literally means "not turning attention (to something)," evolving into its modern sense of "unintentional." The term reflects how actions overlooked due to lack of attention become accidental.
The error was inadvertent and quickly corrected.
She made an inadvertent remark that offended him.
Inadvertent leaks of confidential data can have serious consequences.
His inadvertent omission of her name from the list caused confusion.
The study found that most accidents were due to inadvertent mistakes.