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

  • (..) Shh, shh, shh. They're right here. MURRAY: I don't have a personal problem with him, okay? SWEENEY: Don't insult my intelligence, Murray. You hate this child and I think I know why. I went out with his mother a few times. That was three years ago. It was nothing. Nothing. Really? Hmm. (..)
    1998 American History X