affront
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B2
/əˈfrʌnt/
insult or offense
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affront' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'afronter,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'front' meant 'face.'
Historical Evolution
'afronter' transformed into the Middle English word 'affronten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'affront.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to face or confront,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to insult or offend.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an action or remark that causes outrage or offense.
His comments were an affront to her dignity.
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Verb 1
to offend the modesty or values of someone.
She was affronted by his rude behavior.
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