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Meaning of forgetfulness

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

forgetfulness

Pronunciation:/fəˈɡɛtfʊlnɪs/

noun

Definitions

  1. The quality of being forgetful; proneness to let slip from the mind.

  2. Loss of remembrance or recollection; a ceasing to remember; oblivion.

  3. Failure to bear in mind; careless omission; inattention.

    Example: forgetfulness of duty