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obelga — meaning in English

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English meaning

contumely noun Rude, scornful language or treatment meant to insult someone.
slur noun An offensive or insulting remark, especially one targeting a person's group identity.

Senses

obelga is used for these senses in English:

contumely Offensive and abusive language or behaviour; scorn, insult.
put-down An insult or barb; a snide or demeaning remark.
slur An insult or slight, especially one that is muttered incoherently under one's breath.

slur — full definition

noun An offensive or insulting remark, especially one targeting a person's group identity.
noun Unclear, poorly separated speech.
verb To pronounce words unclearly by running them together.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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