Meaning & Definition of word "Arrant"

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.