“Flaunt” and “flout” are two words that are often confused due to their similar spellings but have very different meanings. “Flaunt” means to display something boastfully or to show off. “Flout” means to openly disregard or show contempt for rules, laws, or conventions. This lesson will define each word and provide examples to illustrate their proper usage.
Flaunt
Definition:
“Flaunt” means to display something boastfully or to show off.
Examples of use:
They flaunt their wealth by driving expensive cars to school.
She likes to flaunt her designer clothes at every event.
The athlete flaunted his medals during the interview.
Flout
Definition:
“Flout” means to openly disregard or show contempt for rules, laws, or conventions.
Examples of use:
The haughty teens flout the most basic school rules.
Some companies flout environmental regulations to save money.
The protesters decided to flout the curfew imposed by the authorities.
“Flaunt” is used to describe the act of showing off something in a boastful manner, while “flout” refers to the act of openly disregarding rules or conventions. Understanding these distinctions helps in using the words accurately and effectively in communication. Practicing their usage will enhance your ability to convey your intended meaning clearly.
