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blatant; undisguised; open; explicit
Describing behavior, expression, or content that is openly displayed without any attempt to conceal or soften it. Often carries a negative connotation, suggesting something that should be restrained or hidden is being shown too openly.
露骨な表現は避けてください。
Please avoid explicit expressions.
彼は露骨に嫌な顔をした。
He openly showed his displeasure.
最近、SNSでの露骨な宣伝が増えていて不快だ。
The blatant advertising on social media has been increasing recently and it's unpleasant.
Used both as a na-adjective (露骨な) and as an adverb (露骨に). Almost always carries a negative connotation — something is being shown too openly or crudely. Common collocations: 露骨な表現 (explicit expression), 露骨な態度 (undisguised attitude), 露骨に嫌がる (openly show dislike). Can describe sexual content (露骨な描写, explicit depiction), discrimination, or any behavior that lacks subtlety.