Definition

The state of not knowing or being unaware about something, often due to a lack of education or information.

Example

His ignorance about the topic was evident during the discussion.

Conversation

I read an article about how ignorance can lead to misunderstandings.

That makes sense; people often jump to conclusions without knowing the facts.

Exactly! It's frustrating to see how ignorance spreads so quickly online.

For sure, we need to encourage more open discussions to combat that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ignorance is formed from "ignorare" (meaning to not know) and the suffix "-ance" (indicating a state or condition). The word refers to the state of not knowing or being unaware.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not knowing' ('ignorare') as the state of being unaware, which is what ignorance means.

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