arrant [adjective]
Definition of arrant:
- In its most common usage, arrant describes something as being complete, utter, or absolute. It emphasizes the extreme nature of something negative.
- Less commonly, it can also suggest something is blatant or obvious, particularly in a negative way.
Opposite/Antonyms of arrant:
Sentence/Example of arrant:
The whole situation was an arrant mess, with no clear solution in sight.
He told an arrant lie, easily exposed by the truth.
The play was an arrant bore, with a predictable plot and uninspired characters.
There was an arrant disregard for safety regulations at the construction site.
Despite his arrant confidence, he ultimately failed the exam.
The food critic gave the restaurant an arrant slamming, calling it inedible.
He apologized for his arrant rudeness, explaining he was stressed and overwhelmed.
The thief made an arrant attempt to disguise himself, but was caught easily.
The politician's arrant hypocrisy was exposed by investigative journalists.
We were surprised by his arrant generosity, offering help without being asked.
The whole situation was an arrant humbug, a complete waste of time.
That was an arrant lie! I can't believe you would say such a thing.
He was an arrant coward, always avoiding any kind of challenge.
The play featured an arrant knave who tricked everyone with his cunning schemes.
The politician's arrant hypocrisy was exposed by the media.
The thief made an arrant attempt to steal the jewels, but was caught red-handed.
We were treated with arrant disrespect by the hotel staff.
Despite his arrant efforts, he couldn't convince anyone of his innocence.
The critic wrote a scathing review, calling the film arrant nonsense.
The magician's arrant sleight of hand fooled the entire audience.
He was an arrant liar, never to be trusted.
The movie was an arrant disappointment, a waste of time and money.
There was arrant chaos in the aftermath of the natural disaster.
The explorer faced arrant danger in his journey through the uncharted territory.
She felt an arrant sense of joy at finally achieving her goal.
Her arrant rudeness towards her colleagues left everyone speechless. 5. The culprit confessed to his arrant cowardice in the face of danger.