affront

US /əˈfrʌnt/
UK /əˈfrʌnt/
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1.

an action or remark that causes outrage or offense

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His rude comments were a direct affront to her dignity.
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It was an affront to the entire community.
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insultoffenseslightsnubindignity
1.

offend the modesty or values of

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He felt affronted by their lack of respect.
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The new policy affronts the principles of justice.
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insultoffendslightsnubdisrespect