indignant answer

[ɪnˈdɪɡnənt ˈænsər]
noun phrasepl: indignant answers
resposta indignada
1. A reply or response given with anger, displeasure, or offense, typically in reaction to something perceived as insulting, unfair, or disrespectful
When accused of lying, she gave an indignant answer, defending her integrity with passion.
Quando acusada de mentir, ela deu uma resposta indignada, defendendo sua integridade com paixão.
2. A sharp or heated response expressing wounded pride or offense at an accusation or criticism
His indignant answer to the question revealed how deeply insulted he felt.
Sua resposta indignada à pergunta revelou como se sentia profundamente insultado.
In both Brazilian and American cultures, an indignant answer is often seen as a natural human response to perceived injustice or disrespect. In formal contexts (business, academia), such responses may be viewed negatively, while in casual or personal settings, they are often accepted as justified emotional expression. Brazilian culture tends to be more expressive emotionally, making indignant answers more socially acceptable than in some Anglo-American contexts.
NYC Slang
heated comeback / snappy retort
Synonyms / Sinônimos
angry replyoffended responseheated answerindignant retortbristling reply
Antonyms / Antônimos
calm answerpatient responsegentle replycomposed answermeasured response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta indignada
Most common and widely understood form
Rio de Janeiro
resposta indignada / resposta ofendida
May emphasize the sense of offense more prominently
São Paulo
resposta indignada
Standard usage, sometimes uses 'resposta irritada' in informal contexts
Portugal
resposta indignada
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; may also use 'resposta ofendida'

Related Words

indignationindignantlyoffendedangryretortrebukereproach

Related Idioms & Phrases

fire back
bite back
shoot back
take offense
get one's back up
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