Absentminded

Pronunciation: /ˌæbsəntˈmaɪndɪd/

Definitions of absentminded

adjective describes someone who is forgetful or preoccupied, often to the point of being unaware of their surroundings

Example Sentences

A1 She is often absentminded and forgets where she put her keys.

A2 The absentminded professor accidentally left his notes at home before the lecture.

B1 His absentminded behavior sometimes causes problems at work.

B2 Despite being absentminded, she always manages to get good grades in school.

C1 The novelist was so absentminded that he often lost track of time while writing.

C2 Her absentminded nature didn't hinder her success as a successful entrepreneur.

Examples of absentminded in a Sentence

formal The absentminded professor forgot to attend the faculty meeting.

informal She's so absentminded, she always misplaces her keys.

slang My friend is super absentminded, she's always in her own world.

figurative His absentmindedness was like a cloud that followed him everywhere he went.

Grammatical Forms of absentminded

• past tense: absentminded
• plural: absentminded
• comparative: more absentminded
• superlative: most absentminded
• present tense: is absentminded
• future tense: will be absentminded
• perfect tense: has been absentminded
• continuous tense: is being absentminded
• singular: absentminded
• positive degree: absentminded
• infinitive: to be absentminded
• gerund: being absentminded
• participle: absentminded

Origin and Evolution of absentminded

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'absentminded' originated from the combination of 'absent' meaning not present or lost in thought, and 'minded' meaning having a particular mental attitude or inclination.

Evolution of the word: The term 'absentminded' has retained its original meaning of being lost in thought or not paying attention, but has also come to be associated with forgetfulness and lack of awareness in modern usage.