Synonyms for

Ignored

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

Definition

to pay no attention to or disregard intentionally

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Antonyms

Common collocations

  • completely ignored
  • deliberately ignored
  • intentionally ignored
  • largely ignored
  • systematically ignored
  • was ignored
  • ignored the warning
  • ignored the advice

Word family

verb ignore
adjective ignorant
adverb ignorantly

Usage note

The word 'ignored' implies a conscious decision not to pay attention. It can sometimes be used interchangeably with 'overlooked', but 'overlooked' can also suggest something was missed unintentionally.

Example sentences

  1. He ignored his sister when she asked him to play with her.
  2. The teacher ignored the student's raised hand.
  3. The child ignored his mother's warning and touched the hot stove.
  4. She felt ignored by her friends when they didn't invite her to the party.
  5. The boss ignored the employee's suggestion for improvement.

Quotes

  • The worst thing a guy can do is ignore me. If I'm not interested, I'll be straightforward and it will be very clear.
  • It's hard when you're ignored by the person whose attention is the only thing you want in the world.
  • Love is not about how many days, months, or years you have been together. Love is about how much you love each other every single day, even when they ignore you.

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