self-unawareness
|self-un-a-ware-ness|
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/sɛlf-ˌʌnəˈwɛrnəs/
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/sɛlf-ˌʌnəˈwɛənəs/
lack of self-awareness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-unawareness' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'unawareness', where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'unawareness' means a lack of awareness.
Historical Evolution
'self-unawareness' evolved from the concept of 'unawareness' applied to the self, emphasizing a personal lack of insight.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not being aware of oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a lack of awareness or understanding of one's own character, feelings, or motives.
His self-unawareness led him to make the same mistakes repeatedly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40