Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flagrancy

noun

/ˈfleɪ.ɡrəns.i/

Definition

The state of being extremely or deliberately noticeable; the quality of being conspicuously offensive or shocking.

Examples

His flagrant disregard for the rules led to his suspension from the team.
The flagrance of her actions shocked the entire community.
They were appalled by the flagrant display of wealth in a society suffering from poverty.

Meaning

Flagrancy refers to an act or condition that is so blatant or outrageous that it cannot be ignored. It often relates to conduct that is shockingly bad or immoral.