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Wordabulary

oblivious

Pronunciation
Adjective B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

Not aware of what is happening around you.

"He was completely oblivious to the chaos behind him."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

unaware unconscious

Antonyms

Usage notes

Usually followed by "to", as in "oblivious to the danger".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He was completely _____ to the chaos behind him."

Answer: oblivious

In your own words, what does "oblivious" mean?

Not aware of what is happening around you.

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