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affronting Definition


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affront
noun
    1. An insult, especially one delivered in public.
      Thesaurus: insult, offence, slight, disrespect, indignity, provocation, slur, rudeness, snub, discourtesy, slap in the face; Antonym: compliment.
verb affronted, affronting
    1. To insult someone, especially in public.
      Thesaurus: insult, offend, slight, pique, snub, incense, gall, irritate, nettle, vex, hurt, cold-shoulder (slang).
    2. To offend the pride of someone; to embarrass.
Etymology: 14c: from French afronter to slap in the face.



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