short memory

NOUN

forgetfulness

Synonyms

STRONGEST

inattention

STRONG

Lethe absentmindedness abstraction amnesia blackout blank carelessness dreaminess fugue heedlessness laxness limbo negligence nirvana oblivion obliviousness paramnesia repression suppression

WEAK

blockout hypomnesia lapse of memory loss of memory

Antonyms

WEAK

attentiveness heed mindfulness remembering

Example Sentences

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"American society has a short memory for things."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

In short, memory is “possibly good, possibly bad,” he said, but nonetheless a key factor investors need to monitor heading into the new year.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

We’ll just have a short memory and be ready to win the next one.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2024

PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Wild had a short memory after a lopsided loss in Dallas, and insist they’ll move on quickly from their latest victory.

From Washington Times • Apr. 22, 2023

The Little League coach might have a short memory.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

short memory

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