adjective
- lacking knowledge or information about something
- lacking education or knowledge in general
- showing lack of knowledge or consideration; rude
Usage: informal
Examples
- I was ignorant of the new company policy until my manager explained it.
- Many people remain ignorant about the effects of climate change.
- He felt ignorant when he couldn’t answer the basic math question.
- Don’t be ignorant – listen to what she’s trying to tell you.
- The tourists were ignorant of local customs and accidentally offended their hosts.
- She realized she had been ignorant about her family’s history for years.
- His ignorant behavior at the meeting embarrassed everyone.