blatantly
UK: /ˈbleɪ.tənt.li/ | US: /ˈbleɪ.t̬ənt.li/
adv. in an obvious, conspicuous, or offensive manner
adv. without shame or subtlety
The word "blatantly" derives from "blatant," coined by poet Edmund Spenser in The Faerie Queene (1596) to describe a monstrous, bellowing creature ("the Blatant Beast"). Over time, "blatant" evolved to mean "glaringly conspicuous" or "unpleasantly loud," influenced by Latin blatire (to babble). The suffix "-ly" transforms it into an adverb, emphasizing the manner of action. The progression reflects a shift from literal noise to metaphorical obviousness.
He lied blatantly despite the evidence.
The advertisement was blatantly misleading.
She ignored the rules blatantly.
The error was blatantly visible in the report.
They exploited the loophole blatantly.