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ofensa

[o-FEN-sa]
nounfemininepl: ofensas
offense
1. An act or speech that causes hurt, anger, or resentment; an insult
His rude comment was a serious offense to the entire group.
Seu comentário rude foi uma ofensa séria para todo o grupo.
2. A violation of a law or rule; a crime or misdemeanor
The defendant was charged with a minor offense.
O réu foi acusado de uma ofensa menor.
3. An aggressive action or attack, particularly in sports or military context
The team launched a strong offensive strategy.
O time lançou uma estratégia de ofensa forte.
NYC Slang
disrespect
Synonyms
insultoafrontadesrespeitoinfraçãoviolaçãoataque
Antonyms
elogiorespeitodefesacumprimento

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ofensa
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
ofensa
Standard usage; similar meaning and frequency

Related Idioms & Phrases

dar ofensa
levar uma ofensa
sem ofensa
ofensa pessoal
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