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Ignore Definition & Meaning

ignore
verb
  1. refuse to acknowledge; "She cut him dead at the meeting"
  2. bar from attention or consideration; "She dismissed his advances"
  3. fail to notice
  4. give little or no attention to; "Disregard the errors"
  5. be ignorant of or in the dark about

"Ignore" in song lyrics

See how ignore is used in real songs:

  • "I'd be crazy to ignore"
    2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Talkin
  • "Was yours to engage or ignore"
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P — Gun For the Whole Family
  • "It's the voice you can't ignore"
    Afu-Ra f/ Guru — Blvd.

Words that rhyme with ignore

Usage tips for "ignore"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ignore" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ignore to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ignore mean?
refuse to acknowledge; "She cut him dead at the meeting" bar from attention or consideration; "She dismissed his advances" fail to notice give little or no attention to; "Disregard the errors" be ignorant of or in the dark about
What part of speech is ignore?
Ignore is a verb.
How many definitions does ignore have?
Ignore has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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