forgetful meaning and definition

FORGETFUL adjective

Definition of forgetful (adjective)

1. (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range
   • "a short memory"
   • synonyms: short, unretentive
   • antonym: long
2. not mindful or attentive
   • "while thus unmindful of his steps he stumbled"- G.B.Shaw
   • synonyms: mindless, unmindful
   • antonym: aware
3. failing to keep in mind
   • "forgetful of her responsibilities"; "oblivious old age"
   • synonyms: oblivious