ignorance
noun
ig·no·rance
ˈig-n(ə-)rən(t)s 
: the state or fact of being ignorant : lack of knowledge, education, or awareness
Examples of ignorance in a Sentence
His racist attitudes were born out of ignorance.
an appalling ignorance about other cultures
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The medieval ideal suggests superstition, ignorance, vulgarity, restlessness, cruelty and religion—all of which fill my soul with horror and loathing.
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july 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025
As Bryan pointed out on the show, some of their ignorance came down to cultural differences.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 18 July 2025
More recent versions have been willing to admit their own ignorance.
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Henry Wiencek
july 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025
As Bryan pointed out on the show, some of their ignorance came down to cultural differences.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 18 July 2025
More recent versions have been willing to admit their own ignorance.
—Bill Conerly, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Willful ignorance has been an essential ingredient to supporting Trump.
—Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for ignorance
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“Ignorance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ignorance. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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ignorance
noun
ig·no·rance
ˈig-nə-rən(t)s
: the state or fact of being ignorant : lack of knowledge, education, or awareness
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