Dictionary definition · offensive
noun
- the action of attacking an enemy
adjective
- violating or tending to violate or offend against"violative of the principles of liberty"
- for the purpose of attack rather than defense"offensive weapons"
- causing anger or annoyance"offensive remarks"
- morally offensive"an unsavory reputation"
- unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses"offensive odors"
- causing or able to cause nausea"a nauseating smell"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).