offensively
adverb/əˈfensɪvli/
/əˈfensɪvli/
- in a rude way that causes somebody to feel upset or annoyed because it shows a lack of respect
- He later apologized for speaking offensively about the late Queen.
- in a way that is connected with the act of attacking somebody/something
- Radar can be used both offensively and defensively.
- (North American English, sport) in a way that involves trying to score points or goals
- The team needs to be encouraged to play more offensively.
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