Definition

The state of being uninformed or lacking knowledge about something.

Example

His ignorantness about the topic led to many misunderstandings.

Conversation

I think sometimes people show a lot of ignorantness about different cultures.

That's true, it's surprising how little some know.

Yeah, it makes me want to educate them more.

Exactly! Maybe we can help change that perspective.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ignorantness is formed from "ignorant" (from Latin "ignorans", meaning not knowing) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being uninformed or lacking knowledge.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not knowing' ('ignorant') and how adding '-ness' indicates a state. This helps you remember that 'ignorantness' means the state of being uninformed.

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