flippant — not showing a serious or respectful attitude
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not showing a serious or respectful attitude
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈflɪpənt/
Example Sentences
- His flippant jokes during the funeral made everyone uncomfortable.
- She gave a flippant answer when asked about her future plans.
- The student's flippant response to the professor's question earned him detention.
flippant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈflɪpənt/]
not showing a serious or respectful attitude
Showing disrespectful attitude in serious situation
Flip-ant ignores safety rules with casual flips and attitude!
One flippant instant makes hearts grow distant
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the verb 'flip' combined with the suffix '-ant' (meaning 'tending to' or 'characterized by'). The verb 'flip' likely derives from Middle Dutch or Low German origins, meaning to turn or toss quickly.
Breakdown
flip (turn quickly) + -ant (adjective suffix meaning 'tending to') = flippant (tending to flip or treat lightly)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His flippant jokes during the funeral made everyone uncomfortable.”
“She gave a flippant answer when asked about her future plans.”
“The student's flippant response to the professor's question earned him detention.”
“Don't be so flippant - this is a matter of life and death!”
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