insult
noun
UK/ˈɪn.sʌlt/
US/ˈɪn.sʌlt/
Definitions of insult noun
offense(冒犯)
- B2Countable(可數名詞)
A disrespectful or scornfully offensive action or remark.
侮辱；羞辱
She made several insulting remarks about my outfit.
她對我的服裝發表了幾句侮辱性的言論。
He refused the offer, considering it an insult to their company.
他拒絕了這個提議，認為這是對他們公司的侮辱。
This treatment is an insult to her hard work.
這種待遇是對她辛勤工作的侮辱。
verb
UK/ɪnˈsʌlt/
US/ɪnˈsʌlt/
Definitions of insult verb
- B2Transitive(及物動詞)
To treat someone with disrespect or scorn through actions or words.
侮辱；辱罵
He insulted her publicly with rude language.
他公開用粗魯的語言侮辱她。
She should not be allowed to insult her colleagues in this manner.
她不应该被允许以这种方式侮辱她的同事。
He shouldn't insult the waiter in front of everyone.
他不应该当众侮辱服务员。