Involuntarily

/ɪnˈvɑː.lənˌter.ə.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Without intention or control; done against one's will or desire.

He involuntarily flinched at the loud noise.

In a manner that is not deliberate or conscious.

She involuntarily laughed at the unexpected joke.

In a way that occurs naturally or reflexively, without conscious thought.

The body reacts involuntarily to certain stimuli.

From the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'voluntary,' from Latin 'voluntarius' meaning 'willing.'

involuntarily commit

To be forced to do something without personal choice or control.

involuntarily confess

To reveal information or feelings without wishing to, often due to pressure or stress.

involuntary

Not done by choice; automatic.

voluntary

Done by choice; intentional.

Without meaning to do something.

I totally fell asleep at the movies, and it was involuntary, I swear!

Something that happens against one's will.

He made an involuntary face when tasting the lemon.