D
Dicread
HomeDictionaryOoblivious

oblivious

unaware / unmindful / heedless
Adjective

This term describes a state of total unawareness, often implying a lack of attention or a mental detachment from the immediate environment. It carries a nuance of innocence or negligence, suggesting that the person is not merely ignoring the facts but is completely blind to them. While it can describe a temporary lapse in concentration, it frequently characterizes a personality trait or a specific psychological state where an individual is absorbed in their own thoughts to the exclusion of external reality.

Meanings

Adjective
[~ to something][~ of something]

Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.

"He was completely oblivious to the danger lurking behind him."

Adjective
[~ to something][~ of something]

Unmindful or forgetful of a particular fact or situation.

"She remained oblivious of the time and continued reading for hours."

Related Words

Last Updated: June 12, 2026Report an Error