B1adverbhometechnology
US/ˌæk.səˈden.təl.i/
UK/ˌæk.sɪˈden.təl.i/
by chance, without planning or wanting to
In context
I accidentally deleted all the photos from our trip to Da Lat.
He accidentally sent the message to his boss instead of his wife.
She accidentally knocked a glass of milk off the table.
Words that go with accidentally
adverb + verb
- accidentally deleteIf you accidentally delete a file, check the recycle bin first.
- accidentally discoverScientists accidentally discovered the drug while studying something else.
- accidentally breakMy son accidentally broke the TV screen with his toy car.
- accidentally sendNever accidentally send a private photo to the family group chat!
- accidentally hitI accidentally hit the wrong button and the call ended.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I accidently deleted the file.Correct: I accidentally deleted the file.