oblivious — not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈblɪviəs/
Example Sentences
- He was so oblivious to his surroundings that he walked into a glass door.
- The couple seemed oblivious to the fact that their loud argument was disturbing everyone in the restaurant.
- She remained blissfully oblivious to her ex-boyfriend's attempts to win her back.
oblivious
ADJECTIVE[/əˈblɪviəs/]
not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one
Completely unaware of surroundings
Oblivious to the devious thief, he studies previous cases!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'obliviosus' meaning 'forgetful,' derived from 'oblivio' (forgetfulness) and related to 'obliviscor' (to forget). The word entered English in the 15th century through Middle English and Old French.
Breakdown
ob- (against/toward) + -livious (from Latin livio, forgetfulness) = oblivious (not aware or forgetful of surroundings)
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📝Examples
“He was so oblivious to his surroundings that he walked into a glass door.”
“The couple seemed oblivious to the fact that their loud argument was disturbing everyone in the restaurant.”
“She remained blissfully oblivious to her ex-boyfriend's attempts to win her back.”
“My dad is completely oblivious to technology - he still thinks Wi-Fi is a type of coffee.”
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