Ignore and Wink

Ignore

Ignore verb - To dismiss as of little importance.
Usage example: although the movie is a cinematic tour de force, one can't ignore the fact that it seriously distorts history

Wink and ignore are semantically related. in disregard on purpose topic. In some cases you can use "Wink" instead a verb "Ignore".

Nearby Words: ignorance, ignoring

Wink

Wink verb - To secretly sympathize with or pretend ignorance of something improper or unlawful.
Usage example: the whole sporting world seems to wink as untold sums are bet on the outcome of the Super Bowl

Ignore and wink are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ignore" instead a verb "Wink".

Nearby Words: winking, winked, winkled

Common collocations

eyes ignore eyes wink eyes
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