[+ obj] : to do or say something that is offensive to (someone) : to do or say something that shows a lack of respect for (someone)
▪ She felt they had insulted her by repeatedly ignoring her questions. ▪ We were greatly insulted by his rudeness. ▪ They're understandably insulted when no one asks for their opinion on a matter that affects them so much. ▪ You're saying those photos are real? Don't insult my intelligence. [=don't treat me as though I am stupid; don't expect me to believe those photos are real]
▪ She felt they had insulted her by repeatedly ignoring her questions. ▪ We were greatly insulted by his rudeness. ▪ They're understandably insulted when no one asks for their opinion on a matter that affects them so much. ▪ You're saying those photos are real? Don't insult my intelligence. [=don't treat me as though I am stupid; don't expect me to believe those photos are real]







