flout
/ˈfɫaʊt/
to openly disregard a rule or convention
flout in a sentence
“He flouted the dress code repeatedly.”
Origin of flout
Dutch fluiten to play the flute, mock or Middle English flouten to mock
Related Words
thwart
to prevent someone from accomplishing something
undermine
to erode the base or foundation of
dissidence
protest against official policy
recalcitrant
having an obstinately uncooperative attitude
dissent
to hold or express opinions that differ from the majority
demur
to raise doubts or objections; show reluctance