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offensive

UK
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
US
/əˈfɛnsɪv/

Translations

offensivenoun
offensives
pl
UK
/əˈfensɪv/
US
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
offensiveSens militaire.
The army launched a major offensive to regain control of the territory.
L'armée a lancé une grande offensive pour reprendre le contrôle du territoire.
offensiveSens sportif.
The team's offensive was strong, scoring three goals in the first half.
L'offensive de l'équipe a été قوية, avec trois buts marqués en première mi-temps.
Additional translations
offensiveAu sens figuré, dans un contexte commercial ou stratégique.
Synonyms
attack
assault
onslaught
strike
charge
drive
push
campaign
offensive operation
raid
invasion
foray
offensiveadjective
more offensive
Comp.
most offensive
Super.
UK
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
US
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
His offensive remarks about her appearance were completely uncalled for.
Ses remarques offensantes sur son apparence étaient totalement déplacées.
offensifSens militaire, sportif ou tactique.
The team took an offensive approach in the second half to secure their victory.
L'équipe a adopté une approche offensive en deuxième mi-temps pour assurer sa victoire.
nauséabondPour une odeur ou une sensation désagréable.
The garbage emitted an offensive odor that filled the entire alley.
Les ordures dégageaient une odeur nauséabonde qui a envahi toute la ruelle.
Additional translations
injurieuxSurtout pour des propos ou des remarques.
répugnantPour une odeur ou quelque chose de très désagréable.
Synonyms
insulting
disrespectful
abusive
rude
objectionable
provocative
disparaging
scandalous
Antonyms
defensive
inoffensive
pleasant

Definitions

offensivenoun
An attacking military campaign or operation.
The army launched a major offensive to regain control of the territory.
The action of attacking or engaging an opponent in sports or games.
The team's offensive was strong, scoring three goals in the first half.
A position or attitude of aggression or attack.
The company took an offensive in the market to outdo its competitors.
offensiveadjective
Causing someone to feel deeply hurt, upset, or angry.
His offensive remarks about her appearance were completely uncalled for.
Actively aggressive; attacking.
The team took an offensive approach in the second half to secure their victory.
Relating to the team or players who attempt to score points or goals in a sport.
The offensive squad failed to convert on third down.
Causing disgust or unpleasant sensations; foul or nauseating, especially in smell.
The garbage emitted an offensive odor that filled the entire alley.
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