offensive
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
adjective
- Causing someone to feel upset, angry, or insulted.
- His rude comment was very offensive to everyone at the table.
- The movie contains language that some viewers may find offensive.
- She apologized for making an offensive joke during the meeting.
- Relating to an attack or aggressive action, especially in sports or military contexts.
- They practiced offensive plays to improve their chances of winning.
- The team's offensive strategy helped them score three goals in the first half.
- The general ordered an offensive move against the enemy base.
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noun
- A planned military attack or aggressive campaign.
- The peace talks broke down, leading to a new offensive.
- The general called off the offensive due to bad weather.
- The army launched a major offensive at dawn.
- An organized effort to achieve something, often in business or politics.
- The company began a marketing offensive to attract younger customers.
- The politician's public relations offensive helped improve his image.
- They started a diplomatic offensive to build stronger trade ties.