Affront and Nettle

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Affront verb - To cause hurt feelings or deep resentment in.

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Nettle is a synonym for affront in irritate topic. In some cases you can use "Nettle" instead a verb "Affront".

Nearby Words: affronted, affronting

Nettle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Usage example: don't nettle your brother while he's trying to do his homework

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Affront is a synonym for nettle in upset topic. Sometimes you can use "Affront" instead a verb "Nettle".

Nearby Words: nettled, nettling

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