Flagrant

Meaning

Conspicuously or obviously offensive; shamelessly evident and without any attempt at concealment.

Origin / Etymology

Latin flagrare (to blaze or burn), suggesting something that blazes with obvious wrongdoing

Synonyms

Blatant Brazen Glaring

Antonyms

Subtle Covert Minor

Example Sentence

"The Election Commission issued a notice to the ruling party for flagrant violations of the Model Code of Conduct after it announced a new welfare scheme the day before polling."

🎯 UPSC Usage

Use in GS2 Polity and GS4 Ethics answers when describing obvious violations of law, constitutional provisions, or ethical norms. Stronger than 'clear' or 'open', signals a shameless disregard for rules. Useful in answers on electoral corruption, contempt of court, or constitutional breaches.

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