Meaning & Definition of word "Arrant"
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Arrant
/ˈær.ənt/
adjective:
- 1. Complete and utter; used for emphasis.
- Example: His behavior was arrant nonsense, lacking any sense of reason.
- 2. Absolutely bad; notoriously bad.
- Example: The movie was an arrant failure, receiving negative reviews from all critics.
- 3. Unqualified; downright.
- Example: She was accused of being an arrant liar, as she repeatedly told falsehoods.
- 4. Of the worst kind; egregious.
- Example: The proposal was deemed an arrant threat to the community, sparking widespread outrage.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'arrant' meaning 'present, in attendance.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
arrant nonsense:
Utterly foolish or nonsensical behavior or ideas.
arrant scoundrel:
A person who is completely dishonest or unscrupulous.
Related Words
arrantly:
In a manner that is complete or utter.
arrantness:
The quality of being arrant.
Slang Meanings of arrant
Meaning: A term to describe someone who is shamelessly bad or deceiving.
Example Sentence: Don't trust them; they're just a pack of arrants.