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flagrant.

Adjective
Formal
MEANING

So conspicuously bad or offensive that it cannot reasonably be overlooked or excused.

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  • flagrant violation
  • flagrant disregard
  • flagrant lie

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The forged signature was a flagrant breach of trust.

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Most natural with offenses, errors, abuses, or violations; it is stronger than merely noticeable.

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