Flagrant

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Definition

  1. (adjective) Shockingly noticeable or obvious, often in a scandalous or offensive way.

Example

The referee overlooked a flagrant foul, sparking outrage among the fans.

Fun Fact

The word “flagrant” is often associated with bad behavior, but its original Latin root flagrare means “to burn,” evoking the idea of something so glaringly wrong that it figuratively burns bright.