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/ɛkəˈnɒmɪk ɪɡˈnɒrəns/ · e.co.nom.ig.nor.ance
noun
  1. A lack of understanding or knowledge about economic principles, concepts, and theories. The professor attributed the economic ignorance of the students to the outdated textbook.
  2. A state of being uninformed or misinformed about economic issues and policies. The politician's economic ignorance was evident in her proposal to raise taxes on small businesses.
adjective
  1. Characterized by a lack of understanding or knowledge about economic principles, concepts, and theories. The economic ignorance of the policy was evident in its unrealistic assumptions about market behavior.
Did you know? The term 'economic ignorance' is often used to describe the lack of understanding about economic principles among the general public, which can lead to poor decision-making and policy choices.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 20, 2026