obliviousness
|o-bliv-i-ous-ness|
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/əˈblɪviəsnəs/
(oblivious)
unaware
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oblivious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'obliviosus,' where 'oblivio' meant 'forgetfulness.'
Historical Evolution
'obliviosus' transformed into the Old French word 'oblivieux,' and eventually became the modern English word 'oblivious' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'forgetful,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unaware or unconscious of something.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one.
His obliviousness to the chaos around him was astonishing.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39