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offensive

/ˈɔˌfɛnsɪv/

Meaning 1

Causing hurt feelings or displeasure.

“His joke was so offensive it shocked everyone.”
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Illustration of offensive: Causing hurt feelings or displeasure.

Meaning 2

military attack or assault

“The army launched an offensive at dawn.”
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Illustration of offensive: military attack or assault