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Flagrant vs. Blatant
Flagrant
/ˈfleɪɡrənt/Examples:
His flagrant disregard for the rules was shocking.The corruption in the system is flagrant and persistent.There was a flagrant lack of respect during the meeting.
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Blatant
/ˈbleɪtənt/Examples:
His blatant disregard for the rules was shocking.The advertisement was a blatant attempt to mislead.Her tone was filled with blatant sarcasm.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Remember flagrant by associating it with flames - it often describes things that are glaringly wrong or shocking, like a flame that stands out.
- Blatant is often linked with the word blatant actions that are done openly without shame.
- Both words indicate obviousness, but flagrant often implies a sense of moral outrage or offence.
- Blatant generally means something is done openly and unashamedly, often without regard to the truth.
- Flagrant can be remembered as having consequences that are much more serious and in need of addressing urgently due to their offensive nature.
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