noun
Uncommon
oblivion
uh-BLIH-vee-uhn
Oblivion (noun) means a state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing. Example: “The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single.”
noun
1
A state of being completely forgotten or no longer existing.
"The band sank into oblivion after their one hit single."
2
A total loss of awareness, as in deep sleep or unconsciousness.
"He drank himself into oblivion after the breakup."
How to use oblivion
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing completely forgotten, or a total blank state of unawareness.
Common pairings
fade into oblivion
sink into oblivion
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Word forms
- Plural
- oblivions
- Third person singular
- oblivions
- Past tense
- oblivioned
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Etymology
From Latin oblivio, "forgetfulness," from oblivisci ("to forget").
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for oblivion
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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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.
