in spite of oneself; somehow; without knowing why; vaguely
Describes an action or feeling that arises unintentionally, without clear reason, or despite one's intentions. Often used in literary or emotional contexts.
While listening to his story, tears spilled over in spite of myself.
春の陽気に誘われて、そぞろに外へ出たくなった。
Lured by the spring weather, I somehow felt like going outside.