Synonyms & related words for unbeknownst

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Words related to unbeknownst

Explore words related to unbeknownst — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include unknowing, unaware, unsuspecting, unwitting, unknowingly, unsuspectingly, unwittingness, unknown. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Where does unbeknownst come from?

The word unbeknownst breaks down into one root of Old English origin: the root known-, from Old English cnawan (“know”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.