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

  • (..) How the fuck did he get in there? I don't know. Because I don't remember. Stu, keep it down. It's one of the side-effects of roofies, is memory loss. You are literally too stupid to insult. Thank you. Hey, come on. Did we leave the music on? Don't make any sudden movements. Who the hell are you?/ (..)
    2009 The Hangover