Question

Which of the following means ‘insult’?
A) Desire
B) Glutton
C) Disparagement
D) Hospitality

Answer 1

Hint: A synonym is a word, morpheme, or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word. To answer this question we need to know the meaning of the given word along with the given options.

Complete answer:
An insult is a disrespectful or scornful word or assertion (or often behaviour). Insults may be deliberate or unintentional. The insult "inbred" is a good example of a true yet pejorative insult. Synonyms for insult are: offend, abuse, discredit, etc.

To disparage someone or something implies to attack them in a way that shows you don't respect or value them. For example: Despite the media’s disparagement of the actor, he remains popular.

Now let us look at the given options:
Option A) desire: This answer is incorrect because 'Desire' is described as a strong desire or wish for something.
Option B) Glutton: This answer is incorrect because glutton refers to someone who is a greedy eater.
Option C) Disparagement: This is the correct option. 'Disparagement' refers to insulting others by speaking or treating them in a disrespectful manner.
Option D) Hospitality: This answer is incorrect because 'Hospitality' refers to a welcoming and generous attitude toward visitors. It's the antonym of the word 'insult.'

Thus, the correct answer is Option C.

Note: Affront, offend, and outrage are some popular insult synonyms. While all of these phrases mean "to produce injured feelings or profound animosity," insult implies causing humiliation, pride, or disgrace on purpose. All these words can also be used as the meaning of the word ‘insult’.