forgetfulness

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/fəˈɡɛtfʊlnɪs/

Definition of forgetfulness

3 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

(uncountable, usually)The quality of being forgetful; proneness to let slip from the mind.

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noun

(uncountable, usually)The quality of being forgetful; proneness to let slip from the mind.
(uncountable, usually)Loss of remembrance or recollection; a ceasing to remember; oblivion.
(uncountable, usually)Failure to bear in mind; careless omission; inattention.

“forgetfulness of duty”

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From Middle English forgetfulnes, forgetfulnesse, forȝetfulnesse, equivalent to forgetful + -ness.

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