Definition: a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect
Usage: turning his back on me was a deliberate insult
Similar words: discourtesy, offence, offense, offensive activity
Definition: a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
Synonyms: affront, diss, insult
Definition: treat, mention, or speak to rudely
Usage: He insulted her with his rude remarks; the student who had betrayed his classmate was dissed by everyone
Similar words: bruise, hurt, injure, offend, wound, spite
Definition: hurt the feelings of
Usage: She hurt me when she did not include me among her guests; This remark really bruised my ego