Meaning & Definition of word "Unaware"

Unaware

/ˌʌn.əˈwɛr/

adjective:

  • 1. not having knowledge or awareness of something
    • Example: She was unaware of the changes being made to the schedule.
  • 2. lacking consciousness or attention
    • Example: He was blissfully unaware of the problems brewing at work.
  • 3. not conscious or informed about something
    • Example: They were unaware of the potential risks involved in the project.
  • 4. not realizing or recognizing something
    • Example: The child was unaware of the danger as he wandered close to the road.

Etymology

From 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'aware', from Middle English 'awaren', from Old English 'gewær'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blissfully unaware:

In a state of happiness while lacking knowledge of some unpleasant reality.

totally unaware:

Completely lacking awareness.

keep someone unaware:

To ensure someone does not know about something.

Related Words

awareness:

The state of being conscious of something.

conscious:

Aware of and responding to one's surroundings.

ignorance:

Lack of knowledge or awareness.

Slang Meanings of unaware

Meaning: Clueless

Example Sentence: He was totally clueless about the meeting changes.

Meaning: Out of the loop

Example Sentence: I've been so busy, I'm out of the loop on the latest gossip.