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| discount |
When you hear something, and you discount it, you pay little attention to it. You ignore it or don't take it seriously. [1/3 definitions] |
| dismiss |
When you dismiss an idea or suggestion, you say no to it or ignore it because you do not think it is important or you don't think it's a good idea. [1/3 definitions] |
| disregard |
to pay no attention to; ignore. [1/2 definitions] |
| distant |
When someone is distant, they seem to ignore you or not show any warm feelings toward you. [1/2 definitions] |
| ignore |
When you ignore something, you know that it is there but you don't give it any attention. If you ignore a person, you don't say anything to them and you don't pay them any attention. |
| neglect |
When you neglect something, you don't give it enough attention. You ignore it. [2/3 definitions] |
| overlook |
to pay no attention to; ignore. [1/4 definitions] |
| play possum |
to pretend to be asleep or dead; keep very still to avoid being noticed. Opossums do this so predators will ignore them. |
| regard |
When you regard something, you consider it seriously. You don't ignore it. [1/5 definitions] |
| slight |
When you slight someone, you ignore them or treat them as if they are not important. [1/3 definitions] |
| snub |
to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt. [1/2 definitions] |
| tune out |
(informal) to break away from or ignore. |
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