Synonyms for

Ignore

Verb / ˌɪˈgnɔ:r / Another word for ignore — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To pay no attention to something or someone on purpose.

Synonyms & similar words

brushoff neglect notice know dismiss pushaside disregard brushaside discount snub cut disregard overlook neglect avoid snub shun discount forget miss omit reject spurn eliminate exclude dismiss

Synonyms by register

Formal

disregard overlook neglect discount

Informal

brush off tune out skip let slide

Literary

slight pass over make light of

Antonyms

notice heed consider acknowledge regard attend mind

Common collocations

  • ignore the warning
  • ignore the signs
  • ignore the advice
  • ignore the request
  • ignore the consequences
  • ignore the problem
  • ignore the rules

Word family

noun ignorance
verb ignore
adjective ignorant
adverb ignorantly

Usage note

While 'ignore' can be used in most contexts, be mindful of its strong negative connotation. 'Overlook' can sometimes be a softer alternative when the ignoring is unintentional.

Example sentences

  1. I will ignore the bully and walk away.
  2. Please ignore my messy room.
  3. I can't ignore the pain in my tooth.
  4. You should ignore distractions and focus on your work.
  5. The teacher told us to ignore the rude comments and keep studying.

Quotes

  • The only way to deal with fear is to face it head on. Ignore the fear and face the challenge.
  • The greatest gift you can give someone is your time because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you will never get back. Don't ignore loved ones.
  • It's not that I don't care about your problems, but I can't ignore the fact that you're an idiot.

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