The definition of flippant is disrespectful or the lack of a serious attitude.
(adjective)An example of flippant is when you make a sarcastic comment in response to a serious question.
See flippant in Webster's New World College Dictionary
adjective
Origin: Early ModE, nimble, prob. < flip
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See flippant in American Heritage Dictionary 4
adjective
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Origin: Probably from flip
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