Interpersonal Conflict Phrases

noun a person who is actively opposed or hostile to someone or something

adjective belonging to the opposing side in a conflict

• The country is facing a threat from an unknown enemy.
• I heard that Sarah's ex-boyfriend is now her enemy.
• Watch out for that guy, he's your worst enemy.
• Fear is the enemy of progress.

adjective showing a lack of respect or courtesy; offensive

• His remarks were deemed insulting and disrespectful towards the guest speaker.
• I can't believe he said that, it was so insulting!
• She made an insulting comment about his outfit.
• The decision felt like a slap in the face, it was truly insulting.