Definition

Not having knowledge or awareness; lacking understanding or education.

Example

His nescient remarks showed that he had not done any research on the topic.

Conversation

Did you know some people are still nescient about climate change?

I find that hard to believe, especially with all the information available.

Yeah, it's surprising how many choose to remain nescient despite the evidence.

It really makes you wonder what it takes for them to pay attention.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who lacks knowledge or awareness in general or about a specific subject.

Example

The nescient individual struggled to understand the complex topic discussed in class.

Conversation

I met someone today who seemed really nescient about current events.

That's surprising! How can people not keep up with what's happening?

Right? It was like they were living under a rock.

Root Explanation

Nescient → It is formed from "nescire" (meaning to not know) and the suffix "-ent" (indicating an agent or state). The word "nescient" refers to a state of being unaware or lacking knowledge.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not knowing' ('nescire') to remember that 'nescient' describes someone who is unaware or lacks knowledge.

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