offence

//əˈfɛns//
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Noun

offenceSingular
offencesPlural
1

An act or instance of breaking a law or rule; a crime or illegal act.

Driving without a license is a serious offence.

2

A feeling of hurt, displeasure, or resentment caused by a perceived insult or disregard.

I hope you won't take offence at my honest opinion.

3

Something that causes displeasure, anger, or resentment.

His rude comment was an offence to everyone at the meeting.

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