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oblivion in French

oblivion in French is oubli, néant — oblivion means a state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.

oblivion in French

oubli
noun
The state of being completely forgotten, of being reduced to a state of non-existence, extinction, or nothingness, including through war and destruction. (Figuratively) for an area like hell, a wasteland.
néant
noun
The state of being completely forgotten, of being reduced to a state of non-existence, extinction, or nothingness, including through war and destruction. (Figuratively) for an area like hell, a wasteland.

What does "oblivion" mean?

  1. noun A state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.
    "The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single."
  2. noun A total loss of awareness, as in deep sleep or unconsciousness.
    "He drank himself into oblivion after the breakup."
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oblivion in a sentence

  • The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single.
  • He drank himself into oblivion after the breakup.

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What is "oblivion" in French?

"oblivion" in French is oubli, néant. oblivion means: A state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.

How do you use "oblivion" in a sentence?

Example: "The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single." In French, "oblivion" is oubli, néant.

Are there other ways to say "oblivion" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "oblivion": oubli, néant.

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