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

  • (..) my inheritance. I couldn't let you rise to your father's last taunt. - What taunt? - The will, Robert. That will? That's his last insult. A challenge for you to build something for yourself... ...by telling you you're not worthy of his accomplishments. - What, but that he was, um, disappointed? (..)
    2010 Inception