Basic Details
Word: Blatant
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: (of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly; obvious and offensive in nature.
Synonyms: Obvious, flagrant, brazen, overt
Antonyms: Subtle, concealed, hidden, discreet
Idioms and Phrases
- Blatant lie: A lie that is clearly false and told without any attempt to hide the truth. Example: "He told a blatant lie about where he had been last night."
- Blatant disregard: Complete lack of concern or respect for rules or authority. Example: "There was a blatant disregard for safety regulations at the factory."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It was a blatant attempt to deceive the public.
Example 2: His blatant arrogance made everyone uncomfortable.
Example 3: The company's blatant violation of environmental laws drew widespread criticism.
Fun Fact
The word "blatant" was first coined by poet Edmund Spenser in 1596. He invented it to describe a fictional monster called the Blatant Beast, symbolizing slander and lies.
Famous Quote
"There is no such thing as a blatant truth only blatant perceptions." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "blatant" mean?
a) Hidden from view
b) Subtle and unclear
c) Obvious and done openly
d) Polite and quiet
Answer: c) Obvious and done openly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "blatant"?
a) Hidden
b) Brazen
c) Discreet
d) Subtle
Answer: b) Brazen
3. Which is an antonym of "blatant"?
a) Obvious
b) Flagrant
c) Subtle
d) Bold
Answer: c) Subtle
4. Which sentence uses "blatant" correctly?
a) His blatant talent was hard to notice.
b) She wore a blatant hat that no one saw.
c) The blatant noise kept everyone awake.
d) He made a blatant excuse that confused everyone.
Answer: c) The blatant noise kept everyone awake.
5. What does the idiom "blatant lie" mean?
a) A lie told unknowingly
b) A lie told in a whisper
c) A clearly false and obvious lie
d) A polite disagreement
Answer: c) A clearly false and obvious lie
