Synonyms for Offensive
Definition of offensive
- adjective
- violating or tending to violate or offend against; "violative of the principles of liberty"; "considered such depravity offensive against all laws of humanity"
- for the purpose of attack rather than defense; "offensive weapons"
- causing anger or annoyance; "offensive remarks"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "offensive"
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"Offensive" in song lyrics
See how offensive is used in real songs:
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"Fueds with dudes get shot on the fences just for talkin offensive"
Akir f/ Abiodun, Amin Joseph — This is Your Life (Pt. 2) -
"I ain't dissin no religion so please to be offensive"
Bossman — Off Da Record -
"When the clips extended, every bullet's offensive"
William Cooper f/ Killah Priest — Still Shining