What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flagrantly
Example
He flagrantly disregarded the rules and continued to cheat. [flagrantly: adverb]
Example
The company acted flagrantly in violation of environmental regulations. [flagrantly: adjective]
blatantly
Example
She blatantly lied to her boss about her qualifications. [blatantly: adverb]
Example
The politician made a blatantly false statement during the debate. [blatantly: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Blatantly is more commonly used than flagrantly in everyday language, and is often used in informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flagrantly and blatantly?
While blatantly is generally considered informal, flagrantly is more formal and may be used in more serious or professional contexts.
