blatant - Master This Word
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blatant Word Meanings
- obvious or clear in a bad way
- offensively conspicuous
- shamelessly obvious
blatant Example Sentences
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blatant Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
læɪtənt
US
bleɪtənt
blatant Word Etymology
From 'blatant' = loud or noisy + 'ant' (suffix indicating a characteristic). Originating from Latin 'blatire' (to chatter) → Old French → English. Imagine a blaring horn, making a scene and drawing everyone's attention.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputReal Context
Blatant describes something that is obviously wrong or offensive in a way that is hard to ignore. The word carries a strong negative tone and is often used for behavior, lies, or violations that people cannot miss or pretend not to notice. The tone implies a lack of subtlety or tact, and it is typically used when someone tries to present something as acceptable but the audacity is obvious. Common collocations include blatant lie, blatant disregard, blatant hypocrisy, and blatant violation of rules. It is stronger than obvious and signals disapproval or moral outrage.
Usage Reminders
- • Use when condemning behavior, not for neutral facts
- • Pair with nouns like lie, disregard, hypocrisy, violation
- • Avoid using for minor mistakes or obvious surfaces
- • Be mindful of audience; very strong in formal writing
- • Check register; it can sound aggressive in polite conversation
Common Misconceptions
- Confused with obvious in a neutral sense
- Assuming it can describe simple, everyday clarity
- Using it for minor mistakes or obvious surfaces
- Overusing in casual conversation
- Mistaking it for a synonym of overt or transparent without moral tone
Thinking Differences
Blatant is a strong, moralising term in English; learners should reserve it for clearly wrong or shameless behavior, not simple obviousness. It often marks a critique of someone’s ethics or rules.
Learning Tips
- Learn common collocations (blatant lie, blatant disregard)
- Avoid using with neutral facts
- Compare with flagrant for stronger emphasis
- Practice with ethical and legal contexts
- Notice negative connotation in media
- Use in formal writing to show condemnation
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is 'blatant' used correctly?
A.The room was filled with blatant silence.
B.She spoke in a blatant whisper.
C.The blatant music was soothing.
D.His blatant lie was easily detected.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'blatant'?
A.Obvious
B.Hidden
C.Vague
D.Subtle
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'blatant'?
A.Discreet
B.Quiet
C.Secretive
D.Muted
Step 5: Mastery
In what real-life context can 'blatant' be used?
A.Politics
B.Journalism
C.Social media
D.Advertising
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