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oblivion

[əˈblɪviən]

oblivion Definition

  • 1the state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening
  • 2the state of being forgotten, especially by the public

Using oblivion: Examples

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

  • Example

    He drank himself into oblivion.

  • Example

    The once-famous singer had fallen into oblivion.

  • Example

    The city's history has been lost to oblivion.

  • Example

    The company's products have faded into oblivion.

oblivion Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using oblivion

  • completely forgotten or ignored

    Example

    The once-famous actor had fallen into the abyss of oblivion and was now struggling to find work.

  • to be completely forgotten or ignored

    Example

    The politician's controversial statements caused him to be cast into oblivion by the public.

  • gradually disappear or be forgotten

    Example

    The once-popular TV show had faded into oblivion after its final season.

Phrases with oblivion

  • gradually become forgotten or ignored

    Example

    The band's music slowly slid into oblivion after their lead singer left.

  • gradually disappear or be forgotten

    Example

    The old building sank into oblivion as new skyscrapers were built around it.

  • gradually be forgotten or ignored

    Example

    The author's books fell into oblivion after his death, but were rediscovered years later.

Origins of oblivion

from Latin 'oblivio', meaning 'forgetfulness'

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Summary: oblivion in Brief

The term 'oblivion' [əˈblɪviən] refers to a state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening, or a state of being forgotten, especially by the public. It can be used to describe someone who has drunk themselves into oblivion, or something that has faded into oblivion. Phrases like 'slide into oblivion' and idioms like 'in the abyss of oblivion' denote gradual disappearance or being completely forgotten.

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