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offensive
01
causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry due to being insulting, disrespectful, or inappropriate
Examples
His offensive jokes made many people uncomfortable at the party.
Using offensive language can hurt others' feelings and damage relationships.
02
aimed at attacking or engaging the enemy, particularly in a military context
Examples
The army prepared for an offensive operation to reclaim the occupied city.
The general launched an aggressive offensive to disrupt the enemy's supply lines.
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