UNINFORMED Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

uninformed

adjective

ˌən-in-ˈfȯrmd

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 Gymnast Simone Biles has used similar words in describing the dangers of forgetting that athletes are people too—individuals who experience the same pressure, anxieties, and pain from hurtful remarks and uninformed criticism as anyone else. —

Alice Park, Time, 22 Feb. 2026 Following recommendations uninformed by technical and economic realities would do the opposite. —

Tara Molina, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026 They are left uninformed about what IRS notices signify, which enforcement measures are possible, and what outcomes can realistically be achieved. —

Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026 Education isn’t a cure-all, but uninformed workers are more exploitable. —

Terri Gerstein, New York Daily News, 13 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uninformed

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Across Southern California, e-bike popularity has soared, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic — with a disportionate number of young riders ignorant or ignoring the rules of the road, authorities say, leading to crashes and in some cases fatalities.

— Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026
Having access to knowledge and being able to collectively reflect are rights too precious to surrender to those who prefer us ignorant.

— Megan Thiele Strong, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026