Synonyms for

Forgotten

Verb / fɜ:ˈgɑ:tʌn / / fɔ:ˈrgɑ:tʌn / Another word for forgotten — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

no longer remembered or cared for

Synonyms & similar words

leave block disregarded mind remember drawablank blankout forget bury unremembered neglected disregarded abandoned forsaken ignored overlooked omitted unnoticed unrecalled unthought-of past bygone ancient former old previous lost

Synonyms by register

Formal

neglected overlooked disregarded

Informal

blown off left behind out of mind

Literary

oblivious unremembered lost to time

Antonyms

remembered recalled noted heeded cherished retained conscious

Common collocations

  • completely forgotten
  • long forgotten
  • almost forgotten
  • easily forgotten
  • forgotten history
  • forgotten language
  • forgotten dreams
  • forgotten promise

Word family

noun forgetfulness
verb forget
adverb forgetfully

Usage note

This word describes something that is no longer remembered or has been neglected. It can imply a lack of care or simply the passage of time.

Example sentences

  1. I have forgotten my homework at school.
  2. Grandpa has forgotten his glasses at the restaurant.
  3. The old castle was a forgotten place.
  4. Abandoned toys were left forgotten in the attic.
  5. The neglected garden was overgrown with weeds.

Quotes

  • Forgotten is forgiven.
  • Better to be forgotten than remembered for giving in.
  • A forgotten friend is a foe ungrateful.

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