Definition

Not paying attention to something or ignoring it.

Example

He walked past the warning signs, unheeding of the danger ahead.

Conversation

Did you see how he was unheeding of the warnings during the hike?

Yeah, I couldn't believe he just kept going without a care.

It's risky to be so unheeding in nature; anything can happen.

I know! He really should pay more attention next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unheeding → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "heeding" (from Old English "hēdan", meaning to pay attention to). The word "unheeding" means not paying attention or disregarding something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') paying 'attention' ('heeding') — that's why unheeding means to ignore or not notice something.

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