Entity: FORGET
FORGET is a verb that refers to the act of ceasing to remember or failing to recall something previously known. It can also involve neglecting or overlooking something intentionally or inadvertently.
FORGET
Etymology
The Old English root of forget is 'forgietan,' meaning 'fail to remember or neglect inadvertently.'
Definition
FORGET is a verb that refers to the act of ceasing to remember or failing to recall something previously known. It can also involve neglecting or overlooking something intentionally or inadvertently.
Historical Context
The concept of forgetting has been a part of human experience since ancient times. Various cultures and societies have explored the significance of memory and forgetting in different contexts.
Cultural Significance
Forgetting plays a crucial role in psychological processes, memory studies, and literary works. It is often associated with human fallibility, the passage of time, and the complexities of the mind.
Related Concepts
- Neglect
- Disregard
- Memory
- Recall
See Also
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Cognitive Psychology
To pass over without giving due attention or fail to recall; to neglect or disregard.