Insult ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Insult ( noun )

1. An action or remark that is disrespectful or offensive to someone.
2. An act of rudeness or disrespect.
3. A slight or an intentional disregard of another person's feelings.

Origin:

From old french insulte, from latin insultare "to leap upon", from in- "on, upon" + salire "to leap".

Examples:

1. His comment was an insult to her intelligence.
2. She took the insult as a personal attack.
3. The insult was directed at the whole group.
4. He was unable to take the insult and left the room.
5. The insult was meant to provoke a reaction.

(As a verb)

Insult ( verb )

1. An action or remark that is disrespectful or offensive to someone.
2. An act of rudeness or disrespect.
3. A slight or an intentional disregard of another person's feelings.

Origin:

From old french insulte, from latin insultare "to leap upon", from in- "on, upon" + salire "to leap".

Examples:

1. His comment was an insult to her intelligence.
2. She took the insult as a personal attack.
3. The insult was directed at the whole group.
4. He was unable to take the insult and left the room.
5. The insult was meant to provoke a reaction.