CultureJuly 31, 2026

affront

uh-FRUNT

Definition

An action or remark that causes outrage, offense, or deliberate disrespect.

Etymology

Originating from the Old French 'afronter,' meaning 'to strike on the forehead' or 'to face,' the word evolved to mean a bold, insulting act.

In the news

The author describes a diplomatic move—shifting gas supply preferences—as an affront to Morocco, suggesting it served as a catalyst for a border crisis.

Storming the Gates of Europe

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