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affront

NounTransitive VerbAdverb

Meanings

Noun

An action or remark that causes offense or is perceived as a deliberate insult to one's dignity.

"His refusal to shake hands was a direct affront to the host."

Transitive Verb

[~ someone]

To insult someone openly or offend their dignity through a disrespectful action or statement.

"The critics felt that the director's new film affronted the intelligence of the audience."

Adverb

Located directly in front of someone or something (archaic or formal).

"The soldier stood affront the commander."

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