Ignorantly: meaning, definitions and examples
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ignorantly
[ˈɪɡnərəntli ]
Definitions
used to describe an action or statement made without knowledge or awareness
In an ignorantly manner; without knowledge or awareness.
Synonyms
unawarely, unknowingly, unwisely.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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ignorantly |
Used when someone acts or speaks without knowledge or awareness, often implying a lack of education or understanding. It can have a negative connotation.
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unawarely |
Refers to a state of being unaware or not knowing something at a given moment. It is less common in usage compared to other synonyms.
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unknowingly |
Used when someone does something without realizing it or without being conscious of certain facts. It usually does not carry a negative connotation.
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unwisely |
Describes actions or decisions that are not smart or sensible. It generally has a negative implication, indicating poor judgment.
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Examples of usage
- He ignorantly made false accusations without knowing the truth.
- She ignorantly assumed he was guilty without any evidence.
used to describe a person or action that is lacking knowledge or awareness
Lacking knowledge or awareness; uninformed or uneducated.
Synonyms
clueless, uneducated, uninformed.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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ignorantly |
This word is often used to describe actions or statements made without knowledge or awareness. It has a negative connotation, implying a lack of understanding or consideration.
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uninformed |
This term is used to describe someone who lacks information or is not aware of certain details. It tends to be neutral and focuses more on the lack of information rather than a lack of intelligence or capability.
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uneducated |
This word refers to someone who has not received an education, typically in the formal sense. It can carry a neutral or slightly negative connotation, depending on the context.
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clueless |
This term is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone who is completely unaware or lacking knowledge about a particular subject or situation. It often implies innocence or naivety rather than malice.
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Examples of usage
- His ignorantly racist comments offended many people at the event.
- She acted ignorantly by ignoring the safety guidelines and putting herself in danger.
Translations
Translations of the word "ignorantly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ignorantemente
🇮🇳 अज्ञानतापूर्वक
🇩🇪 unwissend
🇮🇩 dengan bodoh
🇺🇦 необізнано
- неосвічено
- некомпетентно
🇵🇱 ignorantnie
🇯🇵 無知に
🇫🇷 ignoramment
🇪🇸 ignorantemente
🇹🇷 cahilce
🇰🇷 무지하게
🇸🇦 بجهل
🇨🇿 nevědomky
🇸🇰 nevedomky
🇨🇳 无知地
🇸🇮 nevedno
🇮🇸 óvitandi
🇰🇿 надандықпен
🇬🇪 უმეცრად
🇦🇿 cahilcəsinə
🇲🇽 ignorantemente
Etymology
The word 'ignorantly' comes from the Middle English word 'ignorauntly', which means 'lacking knowledge or awareness'. It is derived from the Old French word 'ignorant', which in turn comes from the Latin word 'ignorantem' meaning 'not knowing, ignorant'. The concept of ignorance has been a part of human language and behavior for centuries, with various cultures emphasizing the importance of knowledge and awareness.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,481, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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