take umbrage
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Definition & Meaning of "take umbrage"

to take umbrage
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to get angry or feel upset, particularly because of being insulted

give umbrage
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to give umbrage
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to make someone angry or upset, usually by offending them

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He took umbrage at the implication that he was too old for the job.
He takes umbrage against anyone who criticises him.
I think Lady Westerly took umbrage with your remarks, sir.
The professor took umbrage at the student's rude question.
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