1 in·sult
Pronounced:
/ɪnˈsʌlt/
Function:
verbInflected forms:
in·sults; in·sult·ed; in·sult·ingMeaning:
[+ obj] : to do or say something that is offensive to (someone) : to do or say something that shows a lack of respect for (someone) ▪ She felt they had insulted her by repeatedly ignoring her questions. ▪ We were greatly insulted by his rudeness. ▪ They're understandably insulted when no one asks for their opinion on a matter that affects them so much. ▪ 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]