ignore

/ɪɡnˈɔː/

/ˌɪɡˈnɔɹ/

to ignore

MAIN VERB

to intentionally pay no or little attention to someone or something

synonyms : disregard

refuse to acknowledge

synonyms : cut

bar from attention or consideration

fail to notice

antonyms : notice

the position of pastor

synonyms : pastorate

be ignorant of or in the dark about

antonyms : know

Examples

1. He ignored the warning signs and now his poor health habits are coming home to roost.

2. Unfortunately, the president struck the wrong note in his speech, ignoring the public mood.

3. Her obsession with material possessions has turned her into an empty shell, ignoring the true values in life.

4. They have fanned the flames of discontent by ignoring the complaints of their customers.