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INSULTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Insults.

Insults - as a noun

A rude expression intended to offend or hurt

Example: "When a student made a stupid mistake he spared them no abuse"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abuse7contumely16revilement15vilification20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesy17disrespect15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect

Example: "Turning his back on me was a deliberate insult"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affront13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discourtesy17offence15offense13offensive activity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Insults - as a verb

Treat, mention, or speak to rudely

Example: "He insulted her with his rude remarks"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affront13diss5

Example Sentences

"He hurled a series of insults at his opponent during the debate."
"She couldn't bear the insults anymore and decided to leave the party."
"The insults directed at her were hurtful and uncalled for."
"He responded to the insults with dignity and grace."
"The comedian's insults were all in good fun and not meant to be taken seriously."
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Word Game Points

Is INSULTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insults is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INSULTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is INSULTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insults is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INSULTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is INSULTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insults is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INSULTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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