affronty
|af-front-y|
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/əˈfrʌnti/
open disrespect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affronty' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'affronten,' where 'af-' meant 'toward' and 'front' meant 'face or confront.'
Historical Evolution
'affronten' transformed into the modern English word 'affronty' through the influence of Old French 'afronter.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to confront or face boldly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being openly disrespectful.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the quality of being openly disrespectful or insolent.
His affronty behavior at the meeting shocked everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 13:36