forgotten
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for forgotten, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — No longer remembered.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use forgotten
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English forġeten, the past participle of forget.
Full origin of forgotten →Frequently asked questions
What does “forgotten” mean?
The word “forgotten” means no longer remembered. In plain terms, describes something or someone no longer remembered.
How do you pronounce “forgotten”?
“Forgotten” is pronounced fuh-GOT-n (/fɚˈɡɑ.tn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “forgotten” in a sentence?
Here is “forgotten” used in a sentence: “The old song was long forgotten until it went viral again.”
What part of speech is “forgotten”?
“Forgotten” is an adjective.
Where does the word “forgotten” come from?
The word “forgotten” comes from Old English. From Old English forġeten, the past participle of forget.
Is “forgotten” a common word?
“Forgotten” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between forgotten and lost?
Something forgotten has slipped out of memory — it is no longer remembered, even if it still exists. Something lost cannot be found or has been misplaced physically. A forgotten name is still out there; you simply can't recall it. The gap with 'forgotten' is in the mind, not in the world.
What does it mean when something is forgotten?
When something is forgotten, it is no longer held in memory or awareness — a name, an event, a promise, or even a whole place can fade from people's minds. It may still exist, but it has dropped out of thought, neglected or unremembered by those who once knew it.
What is the opposite of forgotten?
The opposite of forgotten is remembered — still held in memory. Related opposites include unforgettable, memorable, and well-known, all describing things that stay firmly in mind. Where forgotten means faded from awareness, these words describe what endures in memory or refuses to be overlooked.