as in ignorant
not informed about or aware of something
the mayor is clearly uninformed when it comes to the state of the city's schools
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Recent Examples of uninformed
That many would-be tourists are uninformed about the area’s water-centric amenities and stately beachfront hotels is somewhat of a curiosity.
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David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2026
The organization also wants to increase public awareness on the issue and guidance for parents and guardians navigating these cosmetic decisions with their teenagers — especially when there's so much uninformed information on social media.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The enchanting and seductive effects of the collection’s hat display on uninformed viewers like myself originated at least partially from the lack of comprehension of the actual functions of these headpieces in their extremely diverse cultural contexts and origins.
—Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
While that might sound counterintuitive, Vyas says this means A-players are secure enough not to try and fake it by offering uninformed advice.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
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David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 3 Jan. 2026
The organization also wants to increase public awareness on the issue and guidance for parents and guardians navigating these cosmetic decisions with their teenagers — especially when there's so much uninformed information on social media.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
The enchanting and seductive effects of the collection’s hat display on uninformed viewers like myself originated at least partially from the lack of comprehension of the actual functions of these headpieces in their extremely diverse cultural contexts and origins.
—Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2025
While that might sound counterintuitive, Vyas says this means A-players are secure enough not to try and fake it by offering uninformed advice.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 21 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uninformed
Adjective
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We’d be laughed at and called ignorant boors!—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2026
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Dunk isn’t ignorant of what doing the right thing could cost him.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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But, while the après-ski is a highlight for many, ski insurance experts are also issuing a warning to holidaymakers to plan responsibly and only return to the slopes when alcohol has fully left your system to avoid invalidating your insurance - something which many travellers are unaware of.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Someone suffering from frostbite can be unaware of it because tissues that become frozen are numb, the CDC said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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When Mullen unexpectedly suggested taking a family photo outside before dinner, Kirschenheiter was still oblivious to his proposal plan.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Last week, Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro was on stage in front of his supporters, waving his hands and dancing, seemingly oblivious to the danger that awaited him.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Uninformed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uninformed. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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