ignores
/ɪɡˈnɔːrz/
VERB
1. Deliberately refusing to pay attention
Intentionally gives no attention to someone or something, refusing to listen, respond, or become involved.
1.1. Disregarding someone or something
Deliberately refuses to pay attention to a person, request, instruction, warning, or remark.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- She ignores all warnings about the dangers of reckless driving.
- The child often ignores his parents' advice.
- The manager ignores complaints from customers.
Related Words
- overlooks
- slights
- snubs
- rejects
- forgets
- bypasses
1.2. Failing to notice something
Fails to see, hear, recognize, or become aware of something, often because attention is directed elsewhere.
Synonyms
- overlooks
- misses
- fails to notice
- neglects
- passes over
Antonyms
- notices
- observes
- marks
- detects
- recognizes
Examples
- He ignores small details that could affect the final result.
- She ignores the warning signs until the problem becomes serious.
Related Words
- forgets
- omits
- bypasses
- disregards
- skips
VERB
2. Refusing to acknowledge or consider something
Deliberately refuses to recognize facts, evidence, information, or circumstances, or excludes them from consideration.
2.1. Rejecting facts or evidence
Refuses to acknowledge or accept facts, evidence, or information, often because they conflict with existing beliefs or opinions.
Synonyms
- disregards
- discounts
- rejects
- dismisses
- overlooks
- pooh-poohs
Antonyms
- acknowledges
- recognizes
- accepts
- considers
- appreciates
Examples
- Despite the evidence presented, he ignores the facts and holds onto his biased beliefs.
- The organization ignores evidence that contradicts its official position.
Related Words
- denies
- forgets
- rationalizes
- justifies
- whitewashes
2.2. Leaving something out of consideration
Excludes information, details, or relevant factors when making a decision, preparing an explanation, or evaluating a situation.
Synonyms
- omits
- overlooks
- neglects
- discounts
- passes over
- scants
Antonyms
- considers
- includes
- notes
- takes into account
- accounts for
Examples
- The report ignores several important factors affecting the outcome.
- The analysis ignores the financial consequences of the proposed changes.
Related Words
- skips
- bypasses
- forgets
- leaves out
- glosses over
VERB
3. Pretending not to notice someone or something
Acts as though a person or thing is not present or does not exist, usually as a deliberate way of avoiding interaction or recognition.
3.1. Avoiding or snubbing someone
Intentionally refuses to acknowledge or interact with someone, often as a sign of indifference, disapproval, or rejection.
Synonyms
- snubs
- slights
- shuns
- disdains
- scorns
- brushes off
Antonyms
- acknowledges
- welcomes
- greets
- recognizes
- engages with
Examples
- He ignores his former colleagues whenever they meet in public.
- She ignores him deliberately after their disagreement.
Related Words
- avoids
- rejects
- excludes
- ostracizes
- dismisses