insult
Example Sentences
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Barack Obama is also the subject of humorless insults.
From Salon
Part hobo, part insult comic, part performance artist, Diogenes flaunted his disregard for convention in ways that scandalized the bourgeoisie of Athens and, later, Corinth, after his banishment from Sinope became permanent.
Calling for his release through pressure is an insult both to the rule of law and diplomacy.
And though Mike, as the show’s conscience, tended to make entirely reasonable arguments, it was Archie’s insulting dismissals as he called him “Meathead” that earned the laughs.
The Football Supporters' Association has called ticket prices a "laughable insult" to fans.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
