unaware — not having knowledge or realization of a situation or fact
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not having knowledge or realization of a situation or fact
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnəˈwer/
Example Sentences
- He was unaware that his shirt was inside out all day at work.
- Many people are unaware of the environmental impact of their daily choices.
- She was blissfully unaware that her cat had been stealing food from the neighbor's house.
unaware
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnəˈwer/]
not having knowledge or realization of a situation or fact
She was unaware of the surprise party waiting for her.
The child was unaware of the rain outside. (🙈 Not Notice + ❓ Don't Know → Unaware)
Unaware hikers failed to prepare, but soon learned to beware.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'unaware' emerged in the 14th century as a combination of the negation prefix 'un-' and 'aware', which derives from Old English 'gewær' meaning 'cautious' or 'watchful'. The compound expresses the state of being without knowledge or consciousness of something.
Breakdown
un- (not, negation) + aware (conscious, informed, from Old English gewær meaning watchful). The structure negates the quality of being aware or knowledgeable.
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📝Examples
“He was unaware that his shirt was inside out all day at work.”
“Many people are unaware of the environmental impact of their daily choices.”
“She was blissfully unaware that her cat had been stealing food from the neighbor's house.”
“The students were unaware that the test had been postponed.”
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