Memory Lapses

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person who is absent-minded

adjective describes someone who is forgetful or easily distracted

  • The absent-minded professor forgot to submit his research proposal on time.
  • I'm so absent-minded, I left my keys in the fridge again.
  • My friend is so absent-minded, she's always losing her phone.
  • Her absent-mindedness in meetings led to several misunderstandings among the team.

noun a state of being forgetful or inattentive

adjective absentminded

  • Her absentmindedness often caused her to forget important meetings.
  • I can't believe I left my keys at home again, my absentmindedness is getting out of hand.
  • His absentmindedness is next level, he's always losing his phone.
  • The absentmindedness of the professor led to a confusing lecture for the students.