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Oblivious : not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one. /əˈblɪvɪəs/ Ex: Jane became absorbed, oblivious to the passage of time synonyms:    unaware, unconscious, insensible,  unconcerned, insensitive, indifferent, detached... Oblivion : the state of being completely forgotten or unknown / the state of forgetting or of being oblivious /uh-bliv-ee-uh n/ Ex: A former movie star now in oblivion.

Contend : struggle to overcome (a difficulty) / struggle to achieve (something) /kənˈtɛnd/ Ex: she had to contend with his uncertain temper synonyms of Contend: compete , challenge, fight Surmount : overcome (a difficulty or obstacle) / stand or be placed on top of /səˈmaʊnt/ Ex: If you surmount a problem or difficulty , you deal successfully with it. Synonyms of Surmount: overcome, conquer, get over, prevail over, triumph over, to rise above, go beyond