obliviousness

Definitions

The state of being unaware or unconscious of what is happening around one.

A lack of attention, mindfulness, or concern regarding one's surroundings or circumstances.

Examples

His total obliviousness to the social cues in the room made the conversation incredibly awkward.

The driver's obliviousness to the changing traffic light nearly caused a serious accident.

She maintained a blissful obliviousness to the rumors circulating about her at the office.

Synonyms

unawareness ignorance insensibility heedlessness inattention unconsciousness blindness

Antonyms

awareness consciousness alertness mindfulness attentiveness vigilance heedfulness