oblivion
3 synonyms and 5 antonyms for oblivion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use oblivion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fade into oblivion
sink into oblivion
Etymology
From Latin oblivio, "forgetfulness," from oblivisci ("to forget").
Full origin of oblivion →Frequently asked questions
What does “oblivion” mean?
The word “oblivion” means a state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing. In plain terms, being completely forgotten, or a total blank state of unawareness.
How do you pronounce “oblivion”?
“Oblivion” is pronounced uh-BLIH-vee-uhn (/əˈblɪviːən/ in IPA).
How do you use “oblivion” in a sentence?
Here is “oblivion” used in a sentence: “The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single.”
What is another word for “oblivion”?
Words with a similar meaning to “oblivion” include forgetness.
What part of speech is “oblivion”?
“Oblivion” is a noun.
Where does the word “oblivion” come from?
The word “oblivion” comes from Latin. From Latin oblivio, "forgetfulness," from oblivisci ("to forget").
Is “oblivion” a common word?
“Oblivion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “oblivion” have?
“Oblivion” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.
