flagrancy

Definitions

The quality or state of being conspicuously or outrageously bad or offensive.

The condition of being so obvious or scandalous that it cannot be ignored.

Examples

The flagrancy of his misconduct during the meeting left the board members stunned and speechless.

The judge could not overlook the flagrancy of the violation, despite the defendant's plea for leniency.

Synonyms

blatancy notoriety obviousness shamelessness conspicuousness audacity impudence

Antonyms

subtlety inconspicuousness obscurity discretion modesty hiddenness reserve