be disregarded
[bi ˌdɪsˈrɛɡɑrdəd]
verb phrase (passive voice)
ser ignorado; ser desconsiderado; ser desprezado
1. to be treated as unimportant or not worthy of attention; to be ignored or overlooked
His warnings were be disregarded by the management.
Seus avisos foram ignorados pela administração.
2. to fail to be taken into account or considered in decision-making
The environmental concerns should not be disregarded in this project.
As preocupações ambientais não devem ser desconsideradas neste projeto.
3. to be treated with lack of respect or consideration
Her opinions were completely be disregarded during the meeting.
Suas opiniões foram completamente desprezadas durante a reunião.
In Brazilian culture, being disregarded can be a sensitive matter due to the value placed on personal relationships and social hierarchy. In the USA, disregarding someone's input is often seen as disrespectful in professional settings and can lead to conflict. The phrase is commonly used in formal and professional contexts in both cultures.
NYC Slang
be brushed off; be blown off; be dissed
Related Idioms & Phrases
turn a deaf ear to (something)
give (someone or something) the cold shoulder
cast (someone) aside
sweep (something) under the rug
fall on deaf ears
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