Definition of Offensive
Offensive
Of·fen·sive
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Causing anger, resentment, or hurt feelings; unpleasant or unacceptable.
e.g. The company apologized for the offensive advertisement that sparked public outrage.
(noun)
an attack, often military in nature;
e.g. A hostile military offensive against the other country.
(noun)
the active attempt to score in a game or sport;
e.g. The coach told him to take the offensive.
(adjective)
aggressive and characterized by attack;
e.g. Offensive and hostile warfare.
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