All left-handed compliment synonyms
noun left-handed compliment
- aspersion — a disparaging or malicious remark; slanderous accusation (esp in the phrase cast aspersions (on))
- home truth — an indisputable fact or basic truth, especially one whose accuracy may cause discomfort or embarrassment.
- insult — to treat or speak to insolently or with contemptuous rudeness; affront.
- slight — small in amount, degree, etc.: a slight increase; a slight odor.
- snub — to treat with disdain or contempt, especially by ignoring.
- slap in the face — smack on the cheek