insulting

/ɪnˈsʌltɪŋ/

verb

  1. 1

    To be insensitive, insolent, or rude to (somebody); to affront or demean (someone).

  2. 2

    To assail, assault, or attack; (specifically) to carry out an assault, attack, or onset without preparation.

  3. 3

    To behave in an obnoxious and superior manner (against or over someone).

  4. 4

    To leap or trample upon.

Antonyms

noun

  1. 1

    The act of giving insult.

adjective

  1. 1

    Containing insult, or having the intention of insulting.

    “He received an insulting letter.”

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