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adjective

ˌən-ə-ˈwer How to pronounce unaware (audio)
Definition of unawarenext
as in oblivious
not informed about or aware of something she was unaware of the change in travel plans

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unaware

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adverb

as in suddenly
without warning the predawn attack took the airmen completely unaware

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Recent Examples of unaware
Adjective
Miley was inspired to launch her organization in part after the passing of transgender teen Leelah Alcorn, whose death was a big wake-up call for those who were unaware or unfamiliar with the hardships transgender youth experience daily. — Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 For those unaware, US visa applications require applicants to reveal any history of drug use, which can result in denial depending on the circumstances. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 24 Aug. 2026 The child kept making her sounds, completely unaware, reaching up again for the edge of the mother’s scarf. — Ledio Cakaj, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026 When large buyers extend payment terms, pressure passes down the supply chain, with smaller suppliers often unaware of their financial burden. — Andreas Schweitzer, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unaware
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unaware
  1. oblivious
  2. suddenly
  3. ignorant
  4. unexpectedly
  5. unawares
Adjective
  • Lawmakers simply closed their ears to the critics and boldly pushed ahead, either oblivious or indifferent to the consequences to Maryland taxpayers.
    — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 19 Aug. 2026
  • But her run would not have been possible without the crew of everyday Americans who were completely oblivious to her techniques, lost the game badly, and then got mad at her for it.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of oblivious
Adverb
  • The Bengals can now wait to see more of Stewart’s progress in his rehab and see if a roster spot is suddenly needed to make another move.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • But once the probability passes a threshold called the critical probability, the lattice suddenly opens up.
    — Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of suddenly
Adjective
  • Mamdani’s ignorant opinion illustrates Kissinger’s concern, relying on emotional display rather than the facts.
    — Daniel Kolkey, Oc Register, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Howard Bryant's comparison this week between Cunningham's comments and Colin Kaepernick's protests was both ignorant and desperate.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of ignorant
Adverb
  • Which brings us to the flashbacks, which this week — unexpectedly, thrillingly — end with the moment when Per Stensen’s silo project abruptly went live.
    — Noel Murray, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The last night was when Belafonte unexpectedly found himself on stage with his left leg elevated.
    — Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of unexpectedly
Adverb
  • Frost that catches you unawares can be devastating—at least to certain plants.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Still, workers were caught unawares by the shutdown, Ball and Nava said.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Definition of unawares

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“Unaware.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unaware. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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