insulting
adjectiveHow many syllables in insulting?
There are 3 syllables in the word insulting.Divide insulting into syllables:
in · sult · ing
How to pronounce insulting:
Definition of insulting:
- insulting (adjective):
- rude or insulting
- expressing extreme contempt.
- giving or intended to give offense being or containing an insult (see insult entry 2 sense 1)
Synonyms for insulting:
insolentdisdainfulcontemptuoushatefuldirtylibelousmalicioustruculentoutrageousvituperativeShow 15 more
Antonyms for insulting:
reverentialconsideratecomplimentaryextollingcomplaisantcourteousobsequiousdeferentpoliteflatteringShow 15 more
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