Forget

Definition

Forget is a verb meaning to fail to remember something, lose awareness of something, or neglect to take into account.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /fɚˈɡɛt/
• Respelling: fur-GET

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /fəˈɡɛt/
• Respelling: fuh-GET

Etymology

The word "forget" originates from Old English "forgietan," meaning "to lose remembrance of or neglect," derived from Proto-Germanic "*fergetaną" and Proto-Indo-European roots "*ghedh-," meaning "to grasp or take." The term has maintained its core meaning of failure to recall or neglect over centuries.

Derivatives

• Forgetful (adjective)
• Forgetfulness (noun)
• Forgotten (adjective, past participle)
• Unforgettable (adjective)
• Forgettable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Omit
• Overlook
• Neglect

Antonyms

• Remember
• Recall
• Retain

Usage

The term "forget" is widely used in contexts involving memory, awareness, and consideration. For example, "She tends to forget important dates," or "Don't forget to lock the door."

Related Terms

• Memory: The faculty of recalling past experiences.
• Neglect: Failure to care for or attend to something.
• Oblivion: The state of being forgotten or unaware.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To fail to remember something: Refers to the inability to recall information or events.
  • Example: "I often forget where I left my keys."
• To lose awareness of something: Describes the act of neglecting or disregarding something.
  • Example: "He forgot about the meeting entirely."
• To neglect or overlook: Refers to failing to take something into account.
  • Example: "She forgot to include the attachment in her email."