Insult (Verb)
Meaning
Treat, mention, or speak to rudely; "He insulted her with his rude remarks"; "the student who had betrayed his classmate was dissed by everyone".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- His sharp wit was often used to insult his opponents in public debates.
- The politician was booed off stage after she insulted the entire audience.
- She was deeply hurt when her best friend insulted her in front of everyone.
- The comedian's jokes started to insult several minority groups, causing controversy.
- The athlete insulted the referee with a derogatory comment after the game.