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blatantly

adv. manner
C1 Advanced US //ˈbɫeɪtəntɫi// UK //blˈeɪtəntli// bla·tant·ly

adv. to do something bad or wrong in a very open way without trying to hide it. You use this when someone is being dishonest or rude and they do not seem to care if people notice.

adv. in an obvious and unashamed manner, typically regarding offensive or dishonest behavior. Often used to modify adjectives or verbs that carry a negative connotation.


SIMPLE

He was blatantly lying to his boss.

CONTEXTUAL

The company blatantly ignored the safety warnings, leading to a massive fine from the regulators.

COMPLEX

While some politicians attempt to mask their intentions with subtle rhetoric, others are blatantly dismissive of established protocols, relying on the shock value of their transparency to consolidate power.

Origin

From blatant + -ly.

Usage

Typically precedes the verb or adjective it modifies to emphasize the lack of concealment.

Pitfall

He lied blatant to meHe lied blatantly to meLearners often use the adjective form 'blatant' when the adverb 'blatantly' is required to modify a verb.

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