forgotten

[fərˈɡɒtn]

forgotten Definition

• 1. no longer remembered or in someone's mind
• 2. left behind or abandoned

Using forgotten: Examples

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

• Example

  The forgotten toys were found under the bed.

• Example

  She had a forgotten memory of her childhood.

• Example

  The old building was a forgotten landmark in the city.

• Example

  The book was left forgotten on the shelf for years.

forgotten Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forgotten

• unremembered
• unrecalled
• abandoned
• slipped one's mind
• left behind

Antonyms for forgotten

• remembered
• recalled
• memorized
• retained

Phrases with forgotten

• forgotten man

  a person who has been neglected or marginalized by society or government

  Example

  The policies of the government have left the working class as the forgotten man.

• forgotten woman

  a woman who has been neglected or marginalized by society or government

  Example

  The feminist movement aimed to give voice to the forgotten woman in history.

• forgotten art

  an art form or style that has been neglected or overlooked by the mainstream

  Example

  The museum's exhibit showcased forgotten art from the early 20th century.

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Summary: forgotten in Brief

'Forgotten' [fərˈɡɒtn] describes something that is no longer remembered or in someone's mind, or something that has been left behind or abandoned. It can refer to physical objects like 'The forgotten toys were found under the bed,' or memories like 'She had a forgotten memory of her childhood.' 'Forgotten' also extends into phrases like 'forgotten man,' referring to marginalized individuals, and 'forgotten art,' referring to overlooked art forms.