Nescient and Observant

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Nescient adjective - Not informed about or aware of something.

Usage example: narrow-minded, provincial people who are blissfully nescient of the world beyond their little suburb

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Observant is an antonym for nescient.

Nearby Word: nescience

Observant adjective - Paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity.

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Nescient is an antonym for observant.

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