— forgetfully , adv. — forgetfulness , n.
/feuhr get"feuhl/ , adj.
1. apt to forget; that forgets: a forgetful person.
2. heedless or neglectful (often fol. by of ): to be forgetful of others.
3. bringing on oblivion: forgetful slumber.
[ 1350-1400; ME; see FORGET, -FUL ]
Syn. 1. absent-minded, inattentive, unmindful.