Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flout-the-law
verb
/flaʊt ðə lɔː/
Definition
To openly disregard or show contempt for the law.
Examples
- The company decided to flout the law by ignoring safety regulations.
- He often flouts the law, driving without a license and parking wherever he likes.
- Despite being warned, she continued to flout the law with her reckless behavior.
Meaning
Flouting the law means to break or go against legal rules while showing a lack of concern for the consequences.
Synonyms
- disregard
- defy
- contempt
- ignore
- violate
