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to offend
01
ofender
to cause someone to feel disrespected, upset, etc.
Transitive: to offend sb
Example
His dismissive remarks about her achievements offended her and sparked resentment.
Sus comentarios despectivos sobre sus logros la ofendieron e indignaron.
The controversial decision of the company to cut bonuses deeply offended the employees.
La controvertida decisión de la empresa de recortar los bonos ofendió profundamente a los empleados.
02
ofender, insultar
to feel hurt, insulted, or displeased by someone's words, actions, or behavior
Intransitive
Example
She offends easily, often taking harmless comments as personal attacks.
Se ofende fácilmente, a menudo tomando comentarios inofensivos como ataques personales.
Laura offended easily, feeling hurt when her friends made plans without inviting her.
Laura se ofendía fácilmente, sintiéndose herida cuando sus amigos hacían planes sin invitarla.
03
ofender, lastimar
to cause difficulty, discomfort, or pain
Transitive: to offend someone or their senses
Example
The strong smell of fish in the market offended her sensitive nose.
El fuerte olor a pescado en el mercado le ofendió la nariz sensible.
The loud noise from the construction site offended his ears.
El ruido fuerte del sitio de construcción ofendió sus oídos.
04
ofender, transgredir
to go against established norms or principles
Transitive: to offend norms or principles
Example
Speeding on the highway offends traffic laws and regulations.
Exceder el límite de velocidad en la carretera transgrede las leyes y regulaciones de tráfico.
Smoking indoors offends the rules of this establishment.
Fumar en interiores transgrede las reglas de este establecimiento.
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