noun
forgetfulness
fuh-GEHT-fuul-nihs
noun
1
The tendency or state of forgetting things.
"Stress can make forgetfulness worse."
How to Use Forgetfulness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality or habit of forgetting things easily.
Word Forms
forgetfulnesses plural
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Etymology
From forgetful + -ness.