nounless common
The tendency or state of often forgetting things.
Her forgetfulness made her leave her keys at home again.
Common phrases & grammar
age-related forgetfulness · momentary forgetfulness
American English
How to pronounce forgetfulness
nounB2
ferGEHTflnehs
/fɚˈgɛt̚.fl̩.nɛs/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
The tendency or state of often forgetting things.
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