Synonyms for

Affront

Verb / ʌˈfrʌnt / Another word for affront — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To offend or insult someone openly.

Synonyms & similar words

insult diss insult offend outrage disrespect humiliate disparage belittle denigrate slight disdain scorn taunt ridicule mock scoff deride smear defame slander vilify

Example sentences

  1. His rude behavior was an affront to everyone at the party.
  2. She felt affronted when her boss publicly criticized her work.
  3. They took it as an affront when their neighbors didn't invite them to the block party.
  4. I couldn't help but feel affronted when he insulted my intelligence.
  5. She saw his comment as an affront to her professional abilities.

Quotes

  • The greatest victory is that which requires no battle. - Sun Tzu
  • The best revenge is massive success. - Frank Sinatra
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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