Definitions
obliviscence
- Describing the gradual fading of memories over time. - Referring to the process of forgetting or being forgotten. - Talking about the natural tendency of the mind to lose track of past events or experiences.
- Referring to a state of complete forgetfulness or unawareness. - Describing a situation where something is completely destroyed or wiped out. - Talking about a place or state of being that is completely forgotten or ignored.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words relate to forgetting or being forgotten.
- 2Both words describe a loss of memory or awareness.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a state of being or a process.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Obliviscence refers to the gradual fading of memories over time, while oblivion describes a complete loss of memory or awareness.
- 2Intensity: Obliviscence is a milder form of forgetfulness compared to oblivion, which implies a more severe or complete loss of memory.
- 3Usage: Obliviscence is less common than oblivion and is typically used in more technical or academic contexts.
- 4Connotation: Obliviscence has a neutral connotation, while oblivion can have negative connotations, such as destruction or annihilation.
Remember this!
Obliviscence and oblivion are both related to forgetting or being forgotten, but they differ in scope, intensity, usage, connotation, and etymology. Obliviscence refers to the gradual fading of memories over time, while oblivion describes a complete loss of memory or awareness. Obliviscence is a milder form of forgetfulness compared to oblivion, which implies a more severe or complete loss of memory. Obliviscence is less common than oblivion and is typically used in more technical or academic contexts. Obliviscence has a neutral connotation, while oblivion can have negative connotations, such as destruction or annihilation. Finally, obliviscence is derived from the Latin word 'oblivisci', meaning 'to forget', while oblivion is derived from the Latin word 'oblivio', meaning 'forgetfulness'.
