Adverbs of Manner Related to Humans - Adverbs of Lack of Intention and Resolution

These adverbs show that an action is done without specific intention or determination, such as "unwillingly", "instinctively", "habitually", etc.

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unwillingly [adverb]

with a lack of desire or a sense of resistance

Ex: The employee unwillingly complied with the new policy , despite disagreeing with its implementation .

unintentionally [adverb]

in a manner not planned or deliberately intended

Ex: He left the door open unintentionally , and the dog got out .

aimlessly [adverb]

in a way that lacks purpose, direction, or clear goal

Ex: She scrolled aimlessly on her phone to pass the time .

passively [adverb]

without taking action or showing opposition

Ex: The country can not afford to remain passively indifferent to rising tensions .

unconsciously [adverb]

without intending to or being aware of it

Ex: The professor unconsciously skipped a slide in the presentation .

instinctively [adverb]

in a way that happens as an immediate, natural response, without the need for thought, planning, or learning

Ex: The infant instinctively grasped her father 's finger .

habitually [adverb]

in a way that reflects someone's regular behavior or usual pattern over time

Ex: The professor habitually arrived five minutes early to every lecture .

involuntarily [adverb]

without conscious control or will

Ex: I smiled involuntarily at the memory of our childhood mischief .

intuitively [adverb]

in a way that is guided by natural understanding or instinct

Ex: Children often intuitively grasp social cues before learning the words for them .

unwittingly [adverb]

without realizing or intending it

Ex: The tourists unwittingly crossed into restricted territory .

inadvertently [adverb]

by accident or through lack of attention

Ex: The website was inadvertently taken offline during the update .

unknowingly [adverb]

in a way that occurs without someone being aware of it

Ex: They had unknowingly broken the rule by parking there .

reluctantly [adverb]

with hesitation or lack of eagerness

Ex: The child reluctantly apologized for breaking the vase .

hesitantly [adverb]

in a way that shows uncertainty, pause, or lack of confidence

Ex: The dog hesitantly approached the stranger .

half-heartedly [adverb]

in a way that shows little enthusiasm, energy, or commitment

Ex: They clapped half-heartedly at the end of the dull performance .

willy-nilly [adverb]

in a disorganized or careless manner

Ex: Books were shelved willy-nilly after the move .

conditionally [adverb]

in a way that depends on certain terms or requirements being fulfilled

Ex: The judge ruled conditionally , allowing probation instead of jail time .

Adverbs of Manner Related to Humans
Adverbs of Physical State	Adverbs of Sensory Perception	Adverbs of Strength and Weakness	Adverbs of Manner of Expression
Adverbs of Manner of Thinking	Adverbs of Intention and Resolution	Adverbs of Lack of Intention and Resolution	Adverbs of Seriousness and Humor
Adverbs of Vigilance and Laxity	Adverbs of Energy and Courage	Adverbs of Confidence and Reliability	Adverbs of Competence
Adverbs of Legality and Morality	Adverbs of Morally Positive Behavior	Adverbs of Audacity	Adverbs of Kindness and Indifference
Adverbs of Violence and Ill Intent	Adverbs of Powerlessness	Adverbs of Manner of Expenditure	Adverbs of Unity and Autonomy