insulting — showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect; offensively disrespectful
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect; offensively disrespectful
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsʌltɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 무례하고 모욕적인, 모독적인
Korean pronunciation: 인**설**팅
Example Sentences
- The comedian's joke was so insulting that half the audience walked out.
- She found his insulting email completely unprofessional.
- The boss's insulting attitude toward employees led to mass resignations.
insulting
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈsʌltɪŋ//
showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect; offensively disrespectful
showing a rude and arrogant lack of respect; offensively disrespectful
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Origin
라틴어 'insultare'에서 유래되었는데, 이는 '뛰어오르다, 공격하다'라는 뜻입니다. 원래는 적에게 물리적으로 뛰어들어 공격하는 것을 의미했지만, 시간이 지나면서 언어적 공격, 즉 모욕의 의미로 발전했습니다.
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“The comedian's joke was so insulting that half the audience walked out.”
“She found his insulting email completely unprofessional.”
“The boss's insulting attitude toward employees led to mass resignations.”
“My cat gave me an insulting look when I forgot to feed him on time.”
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