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

  • (..) ...You asked for it! ...I asked for it?! You show up here, you steal my money, you rearrange my house, and then you insult my friends, actin' like you're better than 'em! I am better than them! And you stole my pen! That's all that matters (..)
    2002 Sweet Home Alabama