Definition of "affront" in İngilizce

verb

1. (transitive) To insult intentionally, especially openly.

2. (transitive) To meet defiantly; to confront.

   • to affront death

3. (transitive, obsolete) To meet or encounter face to face.

noun

1. An open or intentional offense, slight, or insult.

   • Such behavior is an affront to society.

2. (obsolete) A hostile encounter or meeting.