insult

offense

1. B2Countable

   A disrespectful or scornfully offensive action or remark.

   • She made several insulting remarks about my outfit.

   • He refused the offer, considering it an insult to their company.

   • This treatment is an insult to her hard work.

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1. B2Transitive

   To treat someone with disrespect or scorn through actions or words.

   • He insulted her publicly with rude language.

   • She should not be allowed to insult her colleagues in this manner.

   • He shouldn't insult the waiter in front of everyone.

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