arrant

adjective

ˈa-rənt How to pronounce arrant (audio)
Definition of arrantnext
as in utter
having no exceptions or restrictions that statement is complete and arrant nonsense

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrant
  1. utter
  2. sheer
  3. absolute
  4. complete
  5. pure
  6. unconditional
  7. total
  8. outright
Adjective
  • An underappreciated and entirely pleasing aspect of the Republicans’ demolishment on Tuesday was the utter failure of their attempt to preserve a GOP House majority through outlandish gerrymandering.
    — Robert Gebelhoff, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The film became such a cultural phenomenon that its title is now practically synonymous with parties that descend into utter chaos.
    — Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of utter
Adjective
  • The grand reveal of the MTPeak One-All managed to grab the spotlight with its looks, performance and sheer quality.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Even beyond lyrics, the sheer tone of a voice can communicate emotion so differently.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of sheer
Adjective
  • On a primal level, New Order is close to being my absolute favorite music.
    — Jason Newman, Rolling Stone, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Anaheim Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier is on an absolute heater the likes of which haven't been seen in decades.
    — Matt Reigle, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of absolute
Adjective
  • Lead author Samantha Gilbert-Janizek expanded the model to include those missing systems, creating a more complete picture of how chemicals move throughout a rocky planet.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • As the Moon joins Mars in Leo, creative courage may arrive before complete confidence.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of complete
Adjective
  • However, removing these roses frees up space, reduces fungal disease and makes room for vigorous varieties that bring pure joy.
    — Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026
  • But with Anthropic poised to become the first pure-play AI company to hit the public market, minting a number of new billionaires and many more millionaires in the process, a heightened level of scrutiny is coming.
    — Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of pure
Adjective
  • El-Sayed has called Israel’s war in Gaza a genocide and called for an end to unconditional military aid.
    — Erin Cox, Washington Post, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In the primary, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee courted Ford for a possible endorsement but ultimately found policy differences with him, Ford said, including his declining to support unconditional military aid to Israel.
    — Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of unconditional
Adjective
  • The spa The 10,200-square-foot Heavenly Spa is a total retreat where panoramic harbor views instantly calm guests before treatments.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Colorado law requires an automatic recount when the margin between candidates is less than half of 1% of the winning candidate's total votes.
    — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of total
Adjective
  • The municipalities in Florida, California, Ohio and Maine all overwhelmingly voted to impose strict restrictions or outright bans on the type of high-impact computing facilities.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Coach Grant Cooper and company took care of business with a 38-35 victory against Huntsville on Thursday, securing the outright District 9-5A Division II championship.
    — Jon Poorman, Houston Chronicle, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of outright
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“Arrant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrant. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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