offensive
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/əˈfɛnsɪv/
English
Definitions
noun
- An attack.“The Marines today launched a major offensive.”
- The posture of attacking or being able to attack.“He took the offensive in the press, accusing his opponent of corruption.”
adjective
- Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, or hatred.“An offensive smell.”
- Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.“The army's offensive capabilities. An offensive weapon.”
- Having to do with play directed at scoring.“The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays.”
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Synonyms
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