Meaning & Definition of word "Blatantly"
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Blatantly
/ˈbleɪtəntli/
adverb:
- 1. In a way that is very obvious and open; without any attempt to conceal.
- Example: She blatantly ignored the rules during the test.
- 2. In a brazen or shameless manner.
- Example: He was blatantly lying about his whereabouts.
- 3. In a rude or offensive way.
- Example: The politician blatantly dismissed the concerns of the public.
Etymology
From 'blatant' (c. 1520), from Latin 'blatans', present participle of 'blatire' which means to bleat.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blatantly obvious:
Something that is extremely clear; unmistakable.
blatantly unfair:
An action that is evidently unjust.
Related Words
blatant:
Obvious and in bad taste, often due to being shameless.
brazen:
Bold and without shame, often in a disrespectful context.
Slang Meanings of blatantly
Meaning: Totally obvious.
Example Sentence: That was blatantly obvious he was lying.
Meaning: Shamelessly so.
Example Sentence: She was blatantly flirting with the boss.