ignore
Translation
to ignore, to disregard, to overlook
Examples
He ignored my question completely.
He ignored my question completely.
You can't just ignore the problem.
You can't just ignore the problem.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to deliberately not pay attention to (sb./sth.) He ignored my question completely.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disregard, overlook, neglect; Antonyms: notice, acknowledge, regard
Etymology
From Latin 'ignorare' (to not know, to disregard), from 'in-' (not) + the root of '(g)noscere' (to know).
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'ignorant'. To ignore someone is to act as if you are ignorant of their presence.