Blatant vs. flagrant

What does blatant mean?

Blatant is an adjective which means bad behaviour done openly and unashamedly. It can also mean something that is lacking in subtlety or is very obvious.

For example:

• His blatant lies won’t be tolerated any longer.

• This company’s videos have blatant product placement.

What does flagrant mean?

Flagrant is an adjective which means a perceived immoral action done conspicuously or

Flagrant is a stronger word than blatant and implies the act is illegal or strongly immoral.

For example:

• He was returned to jail because of his flagrant violation of his bail conditions.

What’s the difference between blatant and fragrant?

Blatant means bad behaviour done openly or unashamedly while flagrant is a stronger word which implies the act is illegal or strongly immoral.

For example:

• His blatant lies and flagrant violation of his bail conditions landed him back in jail.