Unaware
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌʌnəˈwɛɚ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unaware is an adjective meaning Not aware or informed; lacking knowledge; unmindful.
Meaning
Not aware or informed; lacking knowledge; unmindful.
More Meanings
- Not noticing; paying no heed; thoughtless; inattentive; oblivious.
Example Sentences
I'm unaware of the answer to that question.
Luckily, she was unaware that I'd spent the last five years in prison.
The more unaware the self is of other selves, that is, the more complete the splits, the greater the degree of schizoid pathology.
Or on the mat devoutly kneeling, Would lift her eyes up to the ceiling, And heave her bosom unaware For neighbouring beaux to see it bare.
Synonyms for unaware
Depending on context, synonyms include clueless, incognizant, unsuspecting, unwitting.
Antonyms for unaware
Common opposites include cognizant, aware, cognisant, witting.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include incognizant, unwitting, unmindful, oblivious, unconscious, unsuspecting.
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