Ignorance

Pronunciation: /ˈɪɡnərəns/

Ignorance (noun)

  1. Not knowing something or not having information about a topic.
  2. A state of not being aware of important facts or truths.

Examples

  • Ignorance can lead to poor decisions in many situations.
  • Ignorance of the rules can result in penalties.

Common collocations: overcome ignorance, combat ignorance, live in ignorance, spread ignorance

Synonyms of Ignorance

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Ignorance

  • — Knowledge is the opposite of ignorance, representing understanding and awareness.
  • — Awareness signifies being informed, contrasting with ignorance.