barb

barb

noun

Definition of BARB

an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings <delivered one last barb to his ex-girlfriend as he stalked away>

Synonyms affront, barb, brickbat, cut, dart, dig, dis (also diss) [slang], epithet, gird, indignity, name, offense (or offence), outrage, personality, poke, put-down, sarcasm, slap, slight, slur

Related Words catcall, gibe (or jibe), jeer, mock, quip, sneer, taunt; abuse, invective, vituperation; disapproval, opprobrium; disgrace, dishonor, shame; attack, criticism, knock, slam, swipe; torment, torture

Near Antonyms accolade, commendation, compliment; acclaim, applause, praise; adulation, flattery