ignore
ignore
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling: /ɪɡˈnɔːr/
Syllable Breakdown:
iɡ: /ɪɡ/
/ɪ/ - short vowel sound (as in "sit")
/ɡ/ - voiced velar stop (as in "go")
nɔːr: /ˈnɔːr/
/ˈ/ - primary stress
/n/ - alveolar nasal (as in "no")
/ɔː/ - long open-mid back vowel (as in "caught")
/r/ - alveolar approximant (as in "red")
Word Form Variations
Ignoring is a verb, so it doesn't have plural or singular forms. However, it can have different verb tenses and moods.
Here are some examples of verb form variations:
Present tense: ignores
Past tense: ignored
Past participle: ignored
Present participle: ignoring
Gerund: ignoring
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
(Verb)
Definition: To deliberately disregard or pay no attention to something or someone.
Synonyms: overlook, neglect, disregard, dismiss, pass over
Antonyms: heed, notice, attend to, consider, mind
Ignore (Noun)
Definition: An act of disregarding or overlooking something.
Synonyms: neglect, oversight, disregard, inattention
Antonyms: attention, heed, consideration
Ignorant (Adjective)
Definition: Lacking knowledge or awareness of something, especially of a particular subject or field.
Synonyms: uninformed, unaware, uneducated, unschooled, obtuse
Antonyms: knowledgeable, informed, aware, educated, learned
Ignorantly (Adverb)
Definition: In a way that shows or is characterized by a lack of knowledge or awareness.
Synonyms: stupidly, foolishly, unintelligently, mindlessly
Antonyms: knowingly, intelligently, wisely, thoughtfully
Examples of Use
Books
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee: "Atticus told Jem and Scout to ignore the neighbors' stares and continue to defend Tom Robinson."
"Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: "Elizabeth Bennet learned to ignore the superficial judgments of her society."
Newspapers
The New York Times: "The government's decision to ignore the environmental warnings has led to widespread protests."
The Guardian: "The politician's controversial remarks were met with calls to ignore and move on."
Online Publications
The Atlantic: "In the age of social media, it's increasingly difficult to ignore the constant stream of negativity."
Vox: "The article argues that we should ignore the distractions of technology and focus on meaningful connections."
Entertainment
"The Simpsons": Homer Simpson often ignores his family's needs and priorities.
"Friends": Ross Geller's tendency to ignore his friends' feelings can lead to conflict.
General Public Discourse
"I tried to ignore the loud noise, but it was impossible."
"The politician's supporters urged him to ignore the criticism and continue his campaign."
"Sometimes, it's best to simply ignore the negative comments and focus on the positive."
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Ignore
"You can close your eyes to reality but not to memories."
— Stanislaw Jerzy Lec"It is impossible to ignore a need for a reawakening of concern for the dignity of every human life."
— Mother Teresa"The first duty of a man is to think for himself."
— José Martí"Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored."
— Aldous Huxley"History has taught us over and over again that freedom is not free, and we ignore that truth at our peril."
— Ronald Reagan"Ignorance is the curse of God; knowledge is the wing wherewith we fly to heaven."
— William Shakespeare"We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light."
— Plato"Don’t ignore the small things—the kite flies because of its tail."
— H.E. Luccock"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor."
— Desmond Tutu"When you ignore the risk, you invite the consequences."
— Anonymous
Etymology
The word "ignore" comes from the Latin word "ignorare," which means "to be ignorant" or "to not know." This Latin word is made up of two parts: "in," meaning "not," and "gnarus," meaning "knowing."
So, when someone ignores something, they are essentially saying they "do not know" or "are unaware" of it. This word has been used in English since the 16th century, and its meaning has remained largely unchanged since then.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Ignore
Common Phrases:
To ignore someone's pleas: To refuse to listen to someone's requests or entreaties.
To turn a deaf ear to: To ignore or disregard something.
To ignore the elephant in the room: To avoid discussing an obvious problem or issue.
Lesser-Known Phrases:
To sweep something under the rug: To ignore or hide a problem or issue.
To bury one's head in the sand: To refuse to acknowledge or deal with a problem.
Idioms with Synonyms:
To look the other way: To pretend not to see or notice something.
To turn a blind eye to: To pretend not to see or notice something.
To shut one's eyes to: To refuse to acknowledge or deal with something.
Note: While "ignore" is a common word, it's not as frequently used in idioms as some other words. This is likely because the concept of ignoring something is relatively straightforward and doesn't require a more figurative expression.
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Definition of ignore from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
