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Ignorant
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Simple meaning
What does Ignorant mean?
Ignorant means not knowing about something.
Dictionary definition
Lacking knowledge, information, or awareness about something.
Example sentences
Ignorant in a sentence
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He was ignorant of the new classroom rule.
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Asking questions is a good way to stop being ignorant about a subject.
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The article showed how people can become less ignorant by checking reliable sources.
Synonyms
Words like Ignorant
unawareNot knowing about something.
uninformedNot having enough information.
Antonyms
Opposite words
informedHaving useful information.
knowledgeableKnowing a lot about something.
Word family
Ignorant word family
Base word
ignorant
adjective
ignorant
Base form.
noun
ignorance
A lack of knowledge or awareness.
adverb
ignorantly
In a way that shows lack of knowledge.
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Practice 1
What does ignorant mean?
Ignorant means not knowing about something.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to ignorant?
Unaware is close in meaning to ignorant in this context.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses ignorant correctly?
This sentence uses ignorant with its correct meaning.
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