verb as in strong fondness

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insult, defy, defy authority

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Example Sentences

Example:He insulted her intelligence, making her feel foolish and belittled.

Definition:To hurt the feelings of, especially cruelly and deliberately

From insult

Example:The children defied their teachers, sitting on their desks and creating a ruckus.

Definition:To openly resist, challenge, or disregard

From defy

Example:They defy authority by breaking the rules and engaging in disruptive behavior.

Definition:To openly resist or disregard the authority or power of someone in a position of authority

From defy authority