insulted

[ɪnˈsʌltɪd]

insulted Definition

• 1. to say or do something that offends someone
• 2. to treat with contemptuous rudeness

Using insulted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "insulted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She felt insulted by his remarks.

• Example

  He insulted her intelligence by suggesting she didn't understand the concept.

• Example

  The comedian's jokes were insulting and offensive to many people.

• Example

  I didn't mean to insult you, I was just joking.

insulted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for insulted

• offended
• humiliated
• disrespected

Antonyms for insulted

• complimented
• praised

Phrases with insulted

• feel insulted

  to feel offended or disrespected by something someone has said or done

  Example

  She felt insulted by his rude behavior.

• take insult

  to feel offended or disrespected by something someone has said or done

  Example

  He took insult at her comment and stormed out of the room.

• trade insults

  to exchange insults with someone

  Example

  The two politicians traded insults during the debate.

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Summary: insulted in Brief

'Insulted' [ɪnˈsʌltɪd] is a verb that means to offend or treat someone with contemptuous rudeness. It can be used in phrases like 'feel insulted' or 'take insult,' and can also be used to describe offensive humor or jokes. Examples include 'She felt insulted by his remarks' and 'I didn't mean to insult you, I was just joking.'