flout
verb (used with object)
to treat with disdain, scorn, or contempt; scoff at; mock.
has flouted
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present perfectof flout (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Jan Drago, a former council member and lobbyist who’s endorsed the recall, said she believes Sawant has flouted her responsibilities.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 29, 2021
Uganda requires all teachers and health care workers to be vaccinated while Namibia has flouted the idea.
From New York Times ● Nov. 22, 2021
If the pastors do, in fact, hold services for the Pentecost, it would not be the first time a congregation has flouted Newsom’s order.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2020
DeRogatis argues that Kelly star has "flouted his obsessions in his music" since the start of his career.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2019
"He has flouted me, Nigel, and I would have revenge."
From Sir Nigel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
