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offended

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/əˈfɛndɪd/ English

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  1. To hurt the feelings of; to displease; to make angry; to insult.“Your accusations offend me deeply.”
  2. To feel or become offended; to take insult.“Don't worry. I don't offend easily.”
  3. To physically harm, pain.“Strong light offends the eye.”
  4. To annoy, cause discomfort or resent.“Physically enjoyable frivolity can still offend the conscience”

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