INSULT Synonyms
There are 22 synonyms of the word
insult.
(exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word insult. (close relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word insult. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for INSULT
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | slight | adjectiveadj | ||||
| 2 | abuse | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 3 | belittle | verbv | ||||
| 4 | deride | verbv | ||||
| 5 | humiliate | verbv | ||||
| 6 | mock | verbv | ||||
| 7 | offend | verbv | ||||
| 8 | ridicule | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 9 | scorn | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 10 | taunt | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 11 | affront | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 12 | diss | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 13 | disgrace | nounn | ||||
| 14 | offence | nounn | ||||
| 15 | offense | nounn | ||||
| 16 | outrage | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 17 | pejorative | adjectiveadj | ||||
| 18 | slam | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 19 | slur | nounn | ||||
| 20 | contumely | nounn | ||||
Best Hypernyms For INSULT
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
insult, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
discourtesy
bruise
disrespect
hurt
injure
offence
offend
offense
spite
wound
Phrases (1)
offensive activityAlternatives for SLIGHT
Words (40)
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