insultingness
|in-sult-ing-ness|
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/ɪnˈsʌltɪŋnəs/
(insult)
disrespectful action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'insult' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'insultare,' where 'in-' meant 'on' and 'saltare' meant 'to leap.'
Historical Evolution
'insultare' transformed into the French word 'insulter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'insult' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to leap upon,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to offend or demean someone.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being insulting.
The insultingness of his remarks was evident to everyone.
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Last updated: 2025/06/02 07:11