noun
- Plural of ignorance; instances or types of lack of knowledge or awareness about something.
Usage: Countable use; often refers to multiple areas or examples of not knowing.
Examples
- The ignorances of the past were gradually overcome by scientific discovery.
- Their ignorances about local customs led to several misunderstandings.
- The teacher addressed the students' ignorances with patience and clear explanations.
- Historical ignorances often reflect the limitations of earlier societies.
- We must acknowledge our own ignorances before we can learn.