[ACCIDENTAL Definition & Meaning]

ACCIDENTAL

Definition

Summary

An adjective describing events that happen by chance or due to lack of intent, often implying surprising or unintended outcomes.

Author’s note

A 1-sentence summary: Events marked as accidental arise unexpectedly or through inadvertence, producing unplanned consequences.

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Merriam-Webster Merriam-Webster — 2025-12-02

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