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offensive in Malay

ofensif

/əˈfɛnsɪv/

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offensive in Malay: ofensif. In English, offensive means causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, hatred, sadness, or indignation.

Malay words for offensive

an attack
ofensif

English meaning of offensive

  1. adjective Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, hatred, sadness, or indignation.
  2. adjective Socially disrespectful; insensitive.
  3. adjective Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.
  4. adjective Having to do with play directed at scoring.

Full definition of offensive

offensive in a sentence

  • Some people find pornography offensive.
  • The army's offensive capabilities. An offensive weapon.
  • The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays.

Synonyms of offensive

offensive in other languages

Questions about offensive in Malay

What is the meaning of offensive in Malay?
Offensive in Malay is ofensif.
Apakah maksud offensive dalam bahasa Melayu?
Offensive: ofensif.
What does offensive mean in English?
Offensive means causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, hatred, sadness, or indignation.

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