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ignorant

Pronunciation: [ˈɪɡnərənt]

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Learn how to use ignorant in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “knowledge”

(adjective) when someone doesn't know much about a certain topic or thing. If you haven't learned something, you might be called ignorant about it.

Example

She was ignorant of the rules but was willing to learn.

Example

He is not ignorant about science; he knows a lot about it.

Example

What are you ignorant of when it comes to history?

Context: “attitude”

(adjective) when someone doesn’t understand or care about other people's feelings or knowledge. This can make a person seem rude or disrespectful.

Example

He was kind and not ignorant of her feelings during the discussion.

Example

Her ignorant comments made people feel hurt and disrespected.

Example

Why are some people ignorant of other cultures?

How to pronounce ignorant

Pronunciation: [ˈɪɡnərənt]

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