verletzend
Translation
hurtful, offensive, injurious
Examples
Seine Worte waren sehr verletzend.
His words were very hurtful.
Das ist eine verletzende Bemerkung.
That is an offensive remark.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is hurtful His words were very hurtful.
Similar Words
Synonyms: offending, insulting; Antonyms: friendly, healing
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'verletzen' (to injure, to hurt). The '-end' suffix forms the participle, often used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to violate' which sounds similar to 'verletz-'. A hurtful comment violates someone's feelings.