Absent-minded
Meaning of absent-minded: The dictionary definition of “absent-minded” is an adjective that describes someone who is forgetful, inattentive to their surroundings, or preoccupied to the point of not paying attention.
Use cases:
- Behavioral description: Referring to someone who often forgets things or appears distracted due to being lost in thought.
Example: She’s so absent-minded that she forgot her keys on the kitchen counter again.
- Social interaction: Describing someone who may seem aloof or unaware of what is happening around them.
Example: His absent-mindedness sometimes leads to awkward social situations.
Examples:
- The professor is known for his absent-minded behavior, often losing track of time during lectures.
- She was so absent-minded that she walked into the wrong classroom twice in one day.
- His absent-mindedness causes him to frequently misplace important documents.
Related words:
- Forgetful
- Distracted
- Preoccupied
- Inattentive
