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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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