Synonyms for Ignorant
Definition of ignorant
adjective
- uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication; "an ignorant man"; "nescient of contemporary literature"; "an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues"; "exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions"
- uneducated in the fundamentals of a given art or branch of learning; lacking knowledge of a specific field; "she is ignorant of quantum mechanics"; "he is musically illiterate"
- unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge; "he was completely ignorant of the circumstances"; "an unknowledgeable assistant"; "his rudeness was unwitting"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "ignorant"
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"Ignorant" in song lyrics
See how ignorant is used in real songs:
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"The cognac has got me actin' ignorant"
69 Boyz f/ Booty Man — Hennessy -
"Challenging knowledge, only means that you're ignorant"
A.G. f/ Big Pun, KRS-One — Drop it Heavy -
"Words and actions always different, ignorant"
Akrobatik — Hypocrite