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Definition of blatantness

blatantness

/ˈbleɪ.tənt.nəs/
bla · tant · ness

Adverb:blatantly
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Adjective:blatant
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blatantness Lexical Profile

blatantness Game Scores & Validity

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1

The quality or state of being completely obvious, unconcealed, and done without shame or attempt at hiding, especially regarding offensive or improper behavior.

Example

"The sheer blatantness of the accounting fraud shocked the independent auditors."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "blatantness" is a valid and transparent derivative of "blatant," native speakers more frequently prefer "blatancy" in formal writing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blatantness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blatantness
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