Insult is a noun (an insult) and a verb (to insult).
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The word 'insult' is both a noun (insult, insults) and a verb (insult, insults, insulting, insulted).
Examples:
Look, a two dollar tip. That is an insult. (noun)
You can't insult someone with that large an ego. (verb)
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The word 'insult' is both a verb (insult, insults, insulting,
insulted) and a noun (insult, insults). Example uses:
Verb: Don't insult the cashier, she doesn't set the prices.
Noun: The insult was not deserved and it hurt their
feelings.
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The opposite of an insult is a compliment.
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Being called a "tool" is often used as an insult, suggesting that the person is being manipulated or used by others, or that they are only useful for a specific purpose. It implies that the person lacks individuality or is easily influenced.