offensive

Definition

  • adjective: causing someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset
  • adjective: making attack
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: aggressive, rude, attacking

Examples

  • The team was on the defensive in the early part of the game but they 'went on the offensive' in the second half.

  • Union leaders have mounted an 'offensive' against the company's proposal to limit health benefits.

  • Opponents of the development project 'took the offensive' and defeated the land sale.

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