flagrantly
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Definition
Adverb: - In a conspicuously or obviously offensive, shocking, or bad manner; so as to be glaringly evident or notorious.
Usage
The adverb "flagrantly" is used to describe an action that is done in a way that is obviously and outrageously wrong, offensive, or disrespectful. It emphasizes the brazen, unapologetic, and highly visible nature of the misconduct.
Examples
- The company was flagrantly violating environmental regulations for years.
- He flagrantly ignored the judge's direct instructions.
- The politician's lies were flagrantly obvious to everyone watching the debate.
Advanced Usage
- "to act flagrantly": to behave in a conspicuously improper or offensive way.
- The official acted flagrantly, accepting bribes in broad daylight.
- "flagrantly unconstitutional": so clearly in violation of a constitution that it is shocking.
- The new decree was flagrantly unconstitutional and was quickly challenged in court.
Variants and Related Words
- Flagrant (adjective): conspicuously or obviously offensive.
- a flagrant violation of the rules
- Flagrancy (noun): the quality of being flagrant.
- the flagrancy of the crime
Synonyms
- Blatantly: in an open and unashamed manner.
- Outrageously: in a shockingly bad or excessive manner.
- Egregiously: in an extraordinarily bad or glaring way.
- Brazenly: in a bold and shameless way.
Antonyms
- Subtly: in a delicate or understated manner.
- Discreetly: in a careful and prudent manner, specifically to avoid attracting attention.
- Secretly: in a way that is kept hidden from knowledge or view.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- In flagrante delicto (Latin phrase, often used in English legal contexts): literally "in blazing offense"; used to mean "in the very act of committing a misdeed," often related to adultery or crime. While not using the adverb "flagrantly," this phrase is conceptually related.
- The thieves were caught in flagrante delicto.
Adverb
- in a flagrant manner
- he is flagrantly disregarding the law