WordHive Learning Dictionary

Ignore

verb

Ignore means choose not to pay attention.

6 letters 2 syllables

What does Ignore mean?

Ignore means choose not to pay attention.

Dictionary definition

To choose not to notice, listen to, or respond to something.

Example sentences

Ignore in a sentence

easy

Do not ignore safety signs.

medium

She ignored the teasing and kept reading.

hard

Ignoring feedback can slow your progress.

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Practice the meaning of Ignore

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does ignore mean?

Practice 2

Which word is closest in meaning to ignore?

Practice 3

Which sentence uses ignore correctly?

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Ignore

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Sounds like

ig · nor · strongest beat: nor

Synonyms

Words like Ignore

overlookUse when something is not noticed.
dismissUse when refusing to consider something.
Antonyms

Opposite words

noticeUse when paying attention.
acknowledgeUse when recognizing and responding.
Synonym practice

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Word family

Ignore word family

Base word

ignore

verb

ignored

Chose not to notice in the past.

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