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low blow vs insult

insult vs low blow

low blow and insult both are nouns.

low blow is not a verb while insult is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
low blow Yes No No No
insult Yes No Yes No
As nouns, insult is a hypernym of low blow; that is, insult is a word with a broader meaning than low blow:
  • low blow: unscrupulous abuse
  • insult: a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
Other hypernyms of low blow include abuse, contumely, revilement, vilification.
low blow (noun) insult (noun)
unscrupulous abuse a deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
low blow (verb) insult (verb)
treat, mention, or speak to rudely
Difference between low blow and insult

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