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Offensive

adjective

/əˈfen.sɪv/

Meaning

causing displeasure or resentment; insulting; aggressive

Causing hurt, anger, or annoyance; also relating to attacking in sports or war.

His offensive remarks hurt everyone's feelings.

His offensive remarks upset everyone at the meeting.

take offense

insulting, rude, hurtful, aggressive, disrespectful, abusive

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insulting, rude, hurtful, aggressive

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insulting, rude, disrespectful, abusive

polite, respectful, defensive, kind, pleasant

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polite, respectful, defensive, kind

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polite, respectful, pleasant

offensive language, offensive behavior, offensive comment, offensive attack, offensive remark, offensive strategy, take offense

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offensive language, offensive behavior, offensive comment, offensive attack

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offensive remark, offensive language, offensive strategy, take offense

demanding a lot of effort, attention, or precision

distinct; not connected; individual; apart

Not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one.

Firmly established and unlikely to change.

Involving or requiring strenuous effort; difficult and tiring.

Concerned with or engaged in commerce.