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Affront

noun, verb

An affront is an insult or disrespectful act.

7 letters 2 syllables

What does Affront mean?

An affront is an insult or disrespectful act.

Dictionary definition

An insult or disrespectful act; or to insult someone openly.

Example sentences

Affront in a sentence

easy

The rude joke felt like an affront.

medium

Ignoring the invitation was seen as an affront to the host.

hard

The character felt affronted when her hard work was dismissed without thought.

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What is an affront?

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Affront

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Sounds like

uh · frunt · strongest beat: frunt

Synonyms

Words like Affront

insultUse for words or actions that offend someone.
offenseUse for something that causes hurt or disrespect.
Antonyms

Opposite words

complimentUse for words that praise or show approval.
respectUse for showing value or regard.
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Word family

Affront word family

Base word

affront

adjective

affronted

Feeling insulted or disrespected.

verb

affronting

Insulting or showing disrespect now.

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