WorldAugust 8, 2026

flouted

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Definition

Openly disregarded or ignored a rule, law, or convention.

Etymology

The origin of 'flout' is uncertain, though it may stem from the Middle Dutch 'fluyten,' meaning to play the flute or to jeer, appearing in English during the 16th century to describe insulting or mocking behavior.

In the news

The word describes how public trust in the Supreme Court is eroded when individuals or institutions believe legal norms have been flouted. It highlights the perceived disregard for established judicial authority.

New Survey Data on Public Perceptions of the Supreme Court

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