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unaware

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌənəˈwɛɹ// UK //ˌʌnəwˈeə// un·aware

adj. not knowing or noticing that something is happening. You use this when you do not realize a fact or a situation exists.

adj. having no knowledge or perception of a situation or fact. Often used predicatively to describe a lack of conscious realization.


SIMPLE

He was completely unaware of the surprise party.

CONTEXTUAL

The hikers were unaware that a storm was approaching until the sky turned dark and the wind picked up.

COMPLEX

Many consumers remain blissfully unaware of the complex global supply chains required to deliver seasonal produce to their local supermarkets year-round.

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Origin

From un- + aware.

Usage

Commonly followed by the preposition 'of' or a 'that' clause.

Pitfall

He was unaware about the change.He was unaware of the change.Unaware typically takes the preposition 'of' rather than 'about'.

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