Synonyms of forgetfulness

forgetfulness

noun

as in ignorance

a state of being disregardful or unconscious of one's surroundings, concerns, or obligations

I welcomed the forgetfulness of one's worries that only sleep can bring

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ignorance
• blindness
• oblivion
• innocence
• obliviousness
• nirvana
• amnesia
• unconsciousness
• unawareness
• unfamiliarity
• absorption
• absentmindedness
• insensibility
• inattention
• abstraction
• inattentiveness
• preoccupation
• nescience
• incognizance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• memory
• recollection
• recall
• consciousness
• awareness
• remembrance
• alertness
• cognizance

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forgetfulness

Occasional forgetfulness—like misplacing items or struggling to recall a word—is a normal part of aging, especially if the information eventually comes back. — Danielle Zickl, HEALTH, 31 Aug. 2026

O'Hara said years later, children were still badgering her about her forgetfulness. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Goodman says very early Alzheimer’s disease can sometimes resemble ordinary forgetfulness. — Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 19 Aug. 2026

It’s designed for anyone who wants to retain information more effectively, whether that’s preparing for exams, remembering presentations, learning new skills, or simply reducing forgetfulness. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 9 Aug. 2026

Name Recall This is one of those areas where forgetfulness quickly goes from being a charming quirk to potentially offensive—an especially perilous hazard for a CEO. — Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Sonya will frequently feign forgetfulness or cite her underage drinking as an excuse for not remembering. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 26 June 2026

Up to 60% of women experience it as confusion, difficulty concentrating, and forgetfulness that is estrogen-specific, not just aging. — Torie Bosch, STAT, 2 May 2026

Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, sleep issues, joint and muscle discomfort, night sweats, forgetfulness, moodiness, and irritability. — Laura Schober, Health, 23 Apr. 2026