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OFFENSIVE

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Offensive.

How to pronounce offensive:

US

Offensive - as an adjective

For the purpose of attack rather than defense

Example: "Offensive weapons"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defensive16

Causing anger or annoyance

Example: "Offensive remarks"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inoffensive20

Morally offensive

Example: "An unsavory reputation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unsavory14unsavoury15

Unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses

Example: "Offensive odors"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inoffensive20

Offensive - as a noun

The action of attacking an enemy

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offence15offense13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
military operationoperation11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Offensive - as an adjective satellite

Violating or tending to violate or offend against

Example: "Violative of the principles of liberty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
violative15

Causing or able to cause nausea

Example: "A nauseating smell"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loathsome14nauseating11nauseous8noisome9queasy18sickening16vile7

Example Sentences

"His offensive comment about her appearance hurt her feelings."
"The comedian's offensive joke elicited groans from the audience."
"She found his attitude towards women highly offensive."
"The movie contained offensive language and violent scenes."
"The team's offensive strategy was successful in scoring goals."
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Word Game Points

Is OFFENSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, offensive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OFFENSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is OFFENSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, offensive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OFFENSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is OFFENSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, offensive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OFFENSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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