flippant
1 of 1adjective/ˈflɪpənt/
Forms:more flippant,most flippant
1
lacking seriousness and respect on a serious matter in an attempt to appear humorous or clever
- His flippant remarks about the serious issue angered everyone.
- The lawyer’s flippant attitude in court did not sit well with the judge.
- He was criticized for his flippant response to the tragic news.
- Her flippant behavior at the funeral was seen as disrespectful.
- She avoided serious questions with flippant answers that didn’t address the concerns.
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