Unknowing (Adjective)
Meaning
Unaware because of a lack of relevant information or knowledge; "he was completely ignorant of the circumstances"; "an unknowledgeable assistant"; "his rudeness was unwitting".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She remained in an unknowing state, having no information about her family's history for many years.
- His unknowing comments during the interview ultimately cost him the job opportunity.
- As an unknowing tourist, she didn't realize that tipping in the restaurant was expected.
- Their unknowing trust in the scam artist led to financial disaster.
- In his unknowing generosity, he lent a significant amount of money to someone he barely knew.