insult

Definition

  • verb: to do or say something that is offensive to (someone)
  • verb: to behave with pride or arrogance
  • synonyms: vaunt, contumely, abuse

Examples

  • You're saying those photos are real? Don't 'insult my intelligence'. [=don't treat me as though I am stupid; don't expect me to believe those photos are real]

  • Most people were forced to work longer hours each week, and to 'add insult to injury', the company decided not to give pay raises.

  • They're understandably 'insulted' when no one asks for their opinion on a matter that affects them so much.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) l don't want to take it back. - This is not worth pounds. - lt is to me. - Did you bargain? - l don't care to bargain. That insults them. l don't believe that. l think that you're insulted by me somehow. l'd be very happy to obtain the correct price for this. l apologize if l appear abrupt. (..)
    1996 The English Patient