Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flout

verb
/flaʊt/
Definition
To openly disregard or show contempt for a rule, law, or convention.
Examples
  • Many students flout the dress code by wearing casual clothes to school.
  • She decided to flout tradition and host a modern wedding ceremony.
  • He was known to flout traffic regulations, which often led to accidents.
Meaning
Flout means to break or ignore rules or laws in a bold or disrespectful manner.
Synonyms
  • defy
  • disobey
  • scorn
  • mock
  • ignore