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innocently

/ˈɪn.ə.sənt.li/
in · no · cent · ly
Adjective:innocent
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• adverb

1

In a manner free from moral wrong, guilt, or malicious intent; blamelessly or harmlessly.

Example

"The student innocently asked a question about the exam schedule without realizing the teacher had already explained it."

2

In a naive, unsuspicious, or guileless manner; without worldly cunning or awareness of ulterior motives.

Example

"The young child smiled innocently at the stern visitor, completely unaware of the tension in the room."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'innocent' and the adverbial suffix '-ly', ultimately tracing back via Old French to the Latin 'innocens', meaning 'harmless' or 'blameless' (from 'in-', meaning 'not', and 'nocere', meaning 'to harm').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Innocently. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/innocently
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