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Definitions

insulting

[in-suhl-ting] / ɪnˈsʌl tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
abusive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
biting degrading derogatory disparaging disrespectful hurtful offensive repulsive rude
STRONG
ridiculing slighting
WEAK
discourteous insolent uncivil
Antonyms
STRONGEST
complimentary kind mannerly nice pleasing respectful

Example Sentences

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Lutnick told Congress the ban was "insulting and disrespectful to America."

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

By the 17th and 18th centuries, hedge had become an insulting adjective:

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

His posting was especially insulting to conservative Catholics.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

Joe Sucksmith, Unison's convenor at the university, described the pay offer as insulting and said members "cannot afford to live" on the wage being offered.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Matthias peered through the cracks at the insulting prisoner.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques