ignorance

[ ig-ner-uhns ]

noun

1. the state or fact of being ignorant; lack of knowledge, learning, information, etc.

ignorance

/ ˈɪɡnərəns /

noun

1. lack of knowledge, information, or education; the state of being ignorant

Other Words From

• self-igno·rance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of ignorance¹

First recorded in 1175–1225; Middle English word from Latin word ignōrantia. See ignore, -ance

Example Sentences

Donald Trump and the Republicans’ concept of “wokeness” when it comes to the military is a fantasy born of ignorance and prejudice.

From Salon

The BlackPoppyRose charity was launched in 2010 and aims to end the "ignorance concerning the contribution of Africans and People of African origin to a host of European wars throughout the ages".

From BBC

Perhaps out of fear of insulting their audiences, the pundits, journalists, and political consultants engaged in the lengthy post-mortem about Donald Trump's horrific victory Tuesday are avoiding the most obvious cause: ignorance.

From Salon

After years of contributing labor to the economy, does past ignorance mean we deserve poverty later?

From Salon

It would be dishonest of me to refrain from mentioning the other common conclusion which is widespread ignorance – meaning, a lack of knowledge, education or awareness.

From Salon

Related Words

• benightedness
• blindness
• nescience
• unawareness