absentmindedness
Translation
absent-mindedness, forgetfulness, inattentiveness
Examples
His absentmindedness caused him to forget his keys.
His absent-mindedness caused him to forget his keys.
Grammar Patterns
absentmindedness the state of being forgetful or inattentive His absent-mindedness caused him to forget his keys.
Similar Words
Synonyms: distraction, forgetfulness; Antonyms: attentiveness, focus
Etymology
A compound of 'absent' + 'minded' + '-ness' (a suffix forming nouns of state). The state of having one's mind 'absent'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone's mind literally being 'absent' from their body, floating away. That's absent-mindedness.