offensively

//əˈfɛnsɪvli//
B2Frequency Level 12Neutral
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Adverb

offensivelyCanonical form
more offensivelyComparative
most offensivelySuperlative
1

In a manner that causes someone to feel hurt, upset, or insulted.

He spoke offensively to his coworkers, hurting their feelings.

2

In an unpleasant or disgusting way that offends the senses.

The garbage smelled offensively in the summer heat.

3

(Sports) In an attacking manner, relating to the attempt to score or gain advantage.

The team played offensively throughout the match.

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