CEFR B1

offense

noun

Meaning

An act that violates a law or a rule, or that causes someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset.

Examples

The player was charged with a serious offense.
His rude comment caused great offense to the guests.

Synonyms: violation, infraction, insult, outrage

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offense (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈfɛns/

Definition

An act that violates a law or a rule, or that causes someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset.

Examples

The player was charged with a serious offense.
His rude comment caused great offense to the guests.
Committing an offense can lead to a fine or imprisonment.

How to Use offense

offense against (prepositional phrase): An act that violates a law or moral principle concerning a specific entity. — "The crime was an offense against humanity."
offense to (prepositional phrase): Something that causes hurt, anger, or upset to someone. — "His crude language was a great offense to the listeners."

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