Ultraje (en. Insult)

/ul'tɾaxe/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Action of outraging or causing an offense.
The outrage to the national flag is considered a crime.
El ultraje a la bandera nacional es considerado un delito.
Dishonor or affront to a person.
His comment was an outrage to his integrity.
Su comentario fue un ultraje hacia su integridad.
Offense that causes great indignation.
The outrage to his memory will not be forgotten.
El ultraje a su memoria no será olvidado.

Etymology

From Latin 'ultrax', meaning 'beyond what is just or reasonable'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

outrage to property
Act of vandalism or damage to someone else's property.
ultraje a la propiedad
moral outrage
Transgression of respect or ethics toward someone.
ultraje moral
to commit an outrage
To carry out an act that offends or dishonors.
cometer un ultraje

Related Words

offense
Offense or damage caused to someone.
agravio
insult
Word or action that offends someone.
insulto
dishonor
Loss of honor or dignity.
deshonra

Slang Meanings

Serious lack of respect.
That attitude was an outrage, it cannot be allowed.
Esa actitud fue un ultraje, no se puede permitir.
Act of provocation in social contexts.
The gossip was an outrage that affected his reputation.
El chisme fue un ultraje que afectó su reputación.