1. in a way that shows disrespect or causes offense; rudely

Examples

• He spoke insultingly to the waiter throughout dinner.
• The critic reviewed the play insultingly, calling it worthless.
• She looked at him insultingly when he made the suggestion.
• The comment was insultingly dismissive of their hard work.
• He insultingly ignored her attempts to apologize.
• The letter was written in an insultingly condescending tone.