obliviousness

[uh-bliv-ee-uhs-nis]

obliviousness Definition

• 1. the state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one
• 2. lack of memory or remembrance

Using obliviousness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "obliviousness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was so lost in thought that she was oblivious to her surroundings.

• Example

  His obliviousness to the danger of the situation put him in harm's way.

• Example

  Her obliviousness to the fact that she was being followed made her an easy target for the thief.

obliviousness Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for obliviousness

• unawareness
• ignorance
• inattentiveness
• forgetfulness

Antonyms for obliviousness

• awareness
• consciousness
• attention
• remembrance

Phrases with obliviousness

• oblivious to

  not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one

  Example

  He was completely oblivious to the fact that he had hurt her feelings.

• oblivious of

  not aware of or concerned about something

  Example

  She was oblivious of the fact that she had left her phone at home.

• oblivious to the world

  completely unaware of one's surroundings or what is happening around them

  Example

  She was so lost in thought that she was oblivious to the world around her.

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Summary: obliviousness in Brief

The term 'obliviousness' [uh-bliv-ee-uhs-nis] refers to the state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one, or a lack of memory or remembrance. It can be exemplified by phrases like 'oblivious to' and 'oblivious of,' which denote a lack of awareness or concern. 'Obliviousness' can be formalized as 'unawareness' or 'inattentiveness,' or informally expressed as 'cluelessness' or 'zoning out.'