Definition of "offensive" in Anglais

adjective

1. Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, hatred, sadness, or indignation.

   • Some people find pornography offensive.
   • An offensive smell.

2. Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.

   • The army's offensive capabilities. An offensive weapon.

3. (sports) Having to do with play directed at scoring.

   • The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays.

noun

1. (countable, military) An attack.

   • The Marines today launched a major offensive.

2. (uncountable) The posture of attacking or being able to attack.

   • He took the offensive in the press, accusing his opponent of corruption.