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to ignore
01
to intentionally pay no or little attention to someone or something
Transitive: to ignore sth
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
action verb
regular
present tense
ignore
3rd person singular
ignores
present participle
ignoring
past simple
ignored
past participle
ignored
Examples
Despite the repeated warnings, he chose to ignore the safety guidelines.
02
to dismiss or disregard a formal accusation or charge, typically because it lacks sufficient evidence or merit
Transitive: to ignore an indictment
Examples
The judge ignored the indictment, stating there was no credible evidence to support the charge.
03
to overlook or neglect something important or noteworthy
Transitive: to ignore something important
Examples
He ignored the warning signs and continued driving despite the storm.
04
to fail to acknowledge or consider a crucial element or perspective in an argument or theory
Transitive: to ignore an aspect or detail
Examples
The theory ignores the impact of climate change on the region's economy.
Ignore
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ignorance
ignorant
ignored
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