What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unmindful
Example
He was unmindful of the danger and continued to play with the electrical wires. [unmindful: adjective]
Example
She was so unmindful of her surroundings that she didn't notice the car coming towards her. [unmindful: adjective]
oblivious
Example
He was oblivious to the fact that he had left his phone at home. [oblivious: adjective]
Example
She was so oblivious to her surroundings that she walked right into a lamppost. [oblivious: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Oblivious is more commonly used than unmindful in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unmindful and oblivious?
Oblivious is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts, while unmindful is typically associated with a casual and informal tone.
