Master confusing words with ease
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:
- Flagrant often implies that an action is not only evident but also shocking or offensive due to its glaring nature.
- Blatant is generally used to describe something that is very obvious and conspicuous, often without the connotation of being offensive or shocking.
- Both words describe something obvious, but flagrant has a more negative connotation and suggests deliberate intention.
- Think of flagrant foul in sports, where a player intentionally breaks a rule in a way that is clearly visible and objectionable.
- Use blatant when describing actions or things that are done openly and without shame, like a blatant attempt to manipulate media.
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