Are Adding Insult to Injury?

Definition of add insult to injury
: to do or say something that makes a bad situation even worse for someone People were forced to work longer hours, and to add insult to injury, the company decided not to give pay raises.

What is the sentence of add insult to injury?

Example Sentences

The company rejected his application for a job, and to add insult to injury, refused to pay his expenses. I was already getting late for work stuck in the traffic, and to add insult to injury, I was stopped by the police for speeding.

What does it mean to add salt to injury?

phrase. If someone or something rubs salt into the wound, they make the unpleasant situation that you are in even worse, often by reminding you of your failures or faults.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.