adj
Uncommon
insulting
ihn-SUHL-tihng
Insulting (adj) means Rude or offensive; showing disrespect. Example: “His insulting remarks about her work upset the whole team.”
adj
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Rude or offensive; showing disrespect.
"His insulting remarks about her work upset the whole team."
"She found the waiter's insulting tone completely unacceptable and asked to speak to the manager."
"It is insulting to suggest that anyone here would cheat."
How to use insulting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes words or actions that are meant to offend or belittle someone.
Common pairings
deeply insulting
insulting comment
insulting tone
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Word forms
- Plural
- insultings
- Comparative
- more insulting
- Superlative
- most insulting
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What does “insulting” mean?
The word “insulting” means rude or offensive; showing disrespect. In plain terms, describes words or actions that are meant to offend or belittle someone.
How do you pronounce “insulting”?
“Insulting” is pronounced ihn-SUHL-tihng (/ɪnˈsʌltɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “insulting” in a sentence?
Here is “insulting” used in a sentence: “His insulting remarks about her work upset the whole team.”
What part of speech is “insulting”?
“Insulting” is an adjective.
Is “insulting” a common word?
“Insulting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between insulting and offensive?
Insulting specifically means rude or disrespectful, often directed at a particular person, while offensive is a broader term that can describe anything causing displeasure or outrage, including content unrelated to a direct personal remark. All insulting remarks tend to be offensive, but not all offensive material is specifically insulting.
What is a common phrase using insulting?
Common phrases include "an insulting remark," "insulting behavior," and "deeply insulting," all describing language or actions that show clear disrespect.
Is insulting used to describe actions as well as words?
Yes, insulting can describe both spoken remarks and actions, as in "an insulting comment" or "an insulting gesture," as long as the behavior conveys rudeness or disrespect.
