oblivious

[uh-bliv-ee-uhs]

oblivious Definition

unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one.

Using oblivious: Examples

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

• Example

  He was oblivious to the fact that everyone was staring at him.

• Example

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

• Example

  The teacher was oblivious to the cheating happening right under her nose.

• Example

  He seemed oblivious to the danger he was in.

oblivious Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oblivious

• unaware
• clueless
• unconscious
• indifferent
• ignorant

Antonyms for oblivious

• aware
• conscious
• mindful
• attentive
• vigilant

Phrases with oblivious

• oblivious to

  not aware of something

  Example

  She was completely oblivious to the fact that she had hurt his feelings.

• oblivious to the world

  completely unaware of one's surroundings or situation

  Example

  He was so lost in thought that he was oblivious to the world around him.

• oblivious to criticism

  not affected by or responsive to criticism

  Example

  Despite the negative reviews, the artist remained oblivious to the criticism and continued to produce work in the same style.

Origins of oblivious

from Latin 'obliviosus', meaning 'forgetful'

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Summary: oblivious in Brief

The term 'oblivious' [uh-bliv-ee-uhs] refers to a state of being unaware or unconscious of one's surroundings or situation. It is often used to describe someone who is lost in thought or not paying attention, as in 'He was oblivious to the fact that everyone was staring at him.' 'Oblivious' can be extended into phrases like 'oblivious to criticism,' denoting a lack of responsiveness to negative feedback.