offensive
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British pronunciation
/əfˈɛnsɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "offensive"in English

offensive
01

causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry due to being insulting, disrespectful, or inappropriate

offensive definition and meaning
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Examples
His offensive jokes made many people uncomfortable at the party.
02

aimed at attacking or engaging the enemy, particularly in a military context

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The army prepared for an offensive operation to reclaim the occupied city.
03

causing strong displeasure or disgust, particularly affecting the senses

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Examples
The offensive odor from the sewage treatment plant permeated the air in the vicinity.
Offensive
01

a military or strategic attack

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Examples
The army launched an offensive to reclaim the territory.

Lexical Tree

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