unfamiliarity
Translation
unfamiliarity
Examples
His unfamiliarity with the city was a problem.
His unfamiliarity with the city was a problem.
She showed unfamiliarity with the new software.
She showed unfamiliarity with the new software.
Grammar Patterns
unfamiliarity ((with sth.)) lack of knowledge or experience of (sth.) His unfamiliarity with the city was a problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ignorance, strangeness; Antonyms: familiarity, knowledge
Etymology
From the prefix un- (not) + familiar + the suffix -ity (state of). Literally, the state of not being familiar.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'un-familiar-ity'. It's simply the state of something being 'not familiar'.