英语词汇“flippant”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

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Does flippant Have a Positive or Negative Connotation?

Flippant is believed to come from flip, which, in turn, is a supposed imitation of the sound of something flipping. The earliest senses of the adjective are "nimble" and "limber." One can be flippant not only on one's feet but in speech—that is to say, their words flow easily. Such flippancy was considered a good thing at first; however, people who speak freely can sometimes seem too talkative, and even impertinent. The positive sense of flippant has slipped from use, but the "disrespectful" sense still flows.

Example Sentences

As far as he was concerned, we were an unforgivably flippant bunch. Louche. Our shared political stance … struck him as pathetically naive.

Mordecai Richler, GQ, November 1997 … although she is neither solemn nor pontifical, she may be the least flippant advice columnist in the business.

Ray Olson, Booklist, 1 May 1991 Despite its flippant name, the Greed Index has proven a remarkably prescient barometer of the market during the past 16 years.

Richard E. Rustin, Wall Street Journal, 29 May 1984 He made a flippant response to a serious question. his flippant comment that the poor save on taxes offended many people

Recent Examples on the Web Not necessarily less formal, but perhaps more flippant.

Emily Burack, Town & Country, 22 Aug. 2022 Back in 2020, Twitter permanently suspended him after a flippant comment about beheading Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Andy Meek, BGR, 20 July 2022 This will not be a flippant exposé of childhood stardom, nor an angry diatribe directed at an abuser.

Nina Li Coomes, The Atlantic, 19 Aug. 2022 The Chappelle nominations have rattled those who feel his flippant attitude and glib response to the concerns of trans people should not be celebrated via television’s highest honor.

Robyn Bahr, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Aug. 2022 There was no version of her that was flippant or lazy.

Jenny Bicks, Variety, 17 Aug. 2022 It’s the defining moment for Carmitchel, who seems to be finding her way as the flippant Sally in Act One. Libby’s performance as Fraulein Schneider is extraordinary.

David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2022 Third, and without intending to be flippant, time in the metaverse is time not being spent in cars or buying things, activities that have a far larger environmental footprint.

Martin Boyd, Forbes, 25 July 2022 Biden’s flippant answer was grossly mistaken, to say the least.

Matthew Continetti, National Review, 16 July 2022 See More

单词	flippant
释义	flippant adjective flip·pant ˈfli-pənt 1 : lacking proper respect or seriousness 2 archaic : glib, talkative flippantly adverb Did you know? Does flippant Have a Positive or Negative Connotation? Flippant is believed to come from flip, which, in turn, is a supposed imitation of the sound of something flipping. The earliest senses of the adjective are "nimble" and "limber." One can be flippant not only on one's feet but in speech—that is to say, their words flow easily. Such flippancy was considered a good thing at first; however, people who speak freely can sometimes seem too talkative, and even impertinent. The positive sense of flippant has slipped from use, but the "disrespectful" sense still flows. Synonyms cute facetious flip pert smart smart-aleck smart-alecky smart-ass smart-assed smarty-pants wise wiseass See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences As far as he was concerned, we were an unforgivably flippant bunch. Louche. Our shared political stance … struck him as pathetically naive. Mordecai Richler, GQ, November 1997 … although she is neither solemn nor pontifical, she may be the least flippant advice columnist in the business. Ray Olson, Booklist, 1 May 1991 Despite its flippant name, the Greed Index has proven a remarkably prescient barometer of the market during the past 16 years. Richard E. Rustin, Wall Street Journal, 29 May 1984 He made a flippant response to a serious question. his flippant comment that the poor save on taxes offended many people Recent Examples on the Web Not necessarily less formal, but perhaps more flippant. Emily Burack, Town & Country, 22 Aug. 2022 Back in 2020, Twitter permanently suspended him after a flippant comment about beheading Dr. Anthony Fauci. Andy Meek, BGR, 20 July 2022 This will not be a flippant exposé of childhood stardom, nor an angry diatribe directed at an abuser. Nina Li Coomes, The Atlantic, 19 Aug. 2022 The Chappelle nominations have rattled those who feel his flippant attitude and glib response to the concerns of trans people should not be celebrated via television’s highest honor. Robyn Bahr, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Aug. 2022 There was no version of her that was flippant or lazy. Jenny Bicks, Variety, 17 Aug. 2022 It’s the defining moment for Carmitchel, who seems to be finding her way as the flippant Sally in Act One. Libby’s performance as Fraulein Schneider is extraordinary. David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2022 Third, and without intending to be flippant, time in the metaverse is time not being spent in cars or buying things, activities that have a far larger environmental footprint. Martin Boyd, Forbes, 25 July 2022 Biden’s flippant answer was grossly mistaken, to say the least. Matthew Continetti, National Review, 16 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology probably from flip entry 1 — see flip entry 1 First Known Use 1599, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Kids Definition flippant adjective flip·pant ˈfli-pənt : not respectful or serious a flippant response flippant adjective as in cute making light of something usually regarded as serious or sacred his flippant comment that the poor save on taxes offended many people Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance cute facetious playful inappropriate wiseass wise smart-assed smart-ass smart flip rude smart-aleck frivolous smart-alecky mischievous pert casual cheeky impudent smarty-pants glib disrespectful cocky thoughtless saucy sassy waggish impertinent impish roguish flighty fresh breezy Antonyms & Near Antonyms sincere earnest serious solemn somber sober grave sombre See More
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