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obliviousness

/əˈblɪv.i.əs.nəs/
ob · liv · i · ous · ness
Adverb:obliviously
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Adjective:oblivious
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obliviousness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of being unaware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.

Example

"His complete obliviousness to the tension in the meeting room surprised his colleagues."

2

The quality of failing to remember; active or habitual forgetfulness.

Example

"A merciful obliviousness eventually dulled the memory of those difficult early years."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'oblivion' refers broadly to the state of being completely forgotten or destroyed, 'obliviousness' specifically denotes an individual's personal lack of awareness or attention to their immediate surroundings.

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• Nearby Words

oblivion
oblivious
obliviously
obliviousness
oblong
obnoxious
obnoxiously

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'oblivious' plus the native suffix '-ness'. 'Oblivious' derives from the Latin 'obliviosus' (forgetful), from 'oblivisci' (to forget).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Obliviousness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/obliviousness
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