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is offensive

[ɪz əˈfɛnsɪv]
verb phrase
é ofensivo/ofensiva
1. causes displeasure, annoyance, or resentment; is insulting or disrespectful
That joke is offensive to many people.
Aquele piada é ofensiva para muitas pessoas.
2. relates to or designed for attack rather than defense
The team's offensive strategy is very aggressive.
A estratégia ofensiva do time é muito agressiva.
3. unpleasant to the senses; repugnant
The smell is offensive to anyone nearby.
O cheiro é ofensivo para qualquer pessoa perto.
Synonyms
is insultingis disrespectfulis rudeis abusiveis hurtfulis objectionableis disagreeable
Antonyms
is inoffensiveis respectfulis politeis pleasantis agreeable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
é ofensivo/ofensiva
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
é ofensivo/ofensiva
No significant regional variation
Rio de Janeiro
é ofensivo/ofensiva
No significant regional variation
Portugal
é ofensivo/ofensiva
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

that is below the belt
that is uncalled for
that is out of line
take offense at something
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