offensive

The word “offensive” has 3 syllables: of-fen-sive.

It's pronounced as /əˈfɛn.sɪv/.

What is synonym and antonym for offensive?

In the thesaurus, “offensive” has 38 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for offensive along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for offensive

abhorrent
abusive
aggression
aggressive
annoying
assault
attack
attempt
awful
disgusting
distasteful
dreadful
embarrassing
hideous
horrible
invasion
irritating
nasty
objectionable
obnoxious
obscene
offense
onslaught
outrageous
raid
reprehensible
repugnant
repulsive
rude
shocking
sickening
strike
terrible
ugly
unacceptable
undesirable
unpleasant
unwanted

Antonyms for offensive

acceptable
agreeable
alluring
appealing
attractive
congenial
defense
delectable
delicious
delightful
desirable
dreamy
easy
enjoyable
felicitous
good
grateful
gratifying
heavenly
innocuous
inoffensive
kind
nice
palatable
pleasant
pleasing
pleasurable
pretty
respectful
satisfying
soothing
sweet
unobjectionable
welcome

Meanings of offensive

noun
1. An attack.
2. The posture of attacking or being able to attack.
adjective
1. Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, or hatred.
2. Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.
3. Having to do with play directed at scoring.

Example Sentences

The comedian’s jokes were considered offensive by some audience members.It’s important to address any offensive behavior in the workplace.
Many people found the advertisement to be highly offensive and disrespectful.
She felt that his comments were offensive and inappropriate.
The movie was criticized for its offensive portrayal of certain characters.

On this page you'll find 72 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to offensive, such as: abhorrent, abusive, acceptable, aggression, aggressive, agreeable, alluring.

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