Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oblivious
adjective
/əˈblɪviəs/
Definition
Not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one.
Examples
- She was completely oblivious to the fact that everyone was staring at her.
- He walked through the busy street, oblivious to the car honking behind him.
- The child was oblivious to the serious conversation occurring around him.
Meaning
When someone is oblivious, they do not notice things happening around them or do not understand a situation.
Synonyms
- Unaware
- Ignorant
- Unconscious
- Inattentive
- Distracted
