Phrase guide

insult to injury

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Harm, especially verbal, added to another, usually more substantive.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • The cross-examination of the plaintiff was just insult to injury, blaming the victim.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From add insult to injury.