offensive

Definition

• adj. violating or tending to violate or offend against
• adj. for the purpose of attack rather than defense
• adj. causing anger or annoyance
• adj. unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses

Word forms

Plural

offensives

Example sentences

1. adj.

   His rude comments were very offensive to everyone at the meeting.

2. adj.

   The team's offensive strategy was focused on scoring as many points as possible.