# flippantly

**Pronunciation:** /ˈflɪpəntli/ · FLIP-unt-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a manner that lacks proper respect or seriousness, especially regarding matters that should be treated with gravity.

## Examples

- She responded flippantly to the teacher's concerns about her failing grades.
- It is unwise to speak so flippantly about such a sensitive political issue.
- He dismissed the safety warnings flippantly, unaware of the actual danger involved.

## Synonyms

- lightly — General term for not taking something seriously.
- cheekily — Implies a playful, slightly disrespectful tone.
- dismissively — Focuses on rejecting or ignoring something as unimportant.
- facetiously — Treating serious issues with inappropriate humor.

## Antonyms

- seriously — Treating a matter with appropriate gravity.
- earnestly — Showing sincere and intense conviction.

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