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Wittingly

usgb/ˈwɪtɪŋli/Volume
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Done Purposefully

Use 'wittingly' to express actions made with intentional awareness or decision, opposite of accidental.

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She wittingly avoided answering the question.
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Emphasized Intention

'Wittingly' adds emphasis to the deliberate nature of an action - more than just saying 'on purpose'.

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He wittingly chose the longer route to enjoy the scenery.
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Not Always Positive

While intentional, 'wittingly' doesn't imply the action is good or bad, only that it's done knowingly.

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They wittingly spread false information.
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