1. A strategic placement or arrangement designed to attack, advance, or take aggressive action against an opponent or enemy
The team moved into an offensive position to score a goal.
O time se moveu para uma posição ofensiva para marcar um gol.
2. In military or combat contexts, a tactical stance that prioritizes attacking rather than defending
The general ordered troops to take an offensive position against the enemy.
O general ordenou que as tropas assumissem uma posição ofensiva contra o inimigo.
3. A figurative stance of taking the initiative or being proactive in a situation
She took an offensive position in the debate by presenting her argument first.
Ela assumiu uma posição ofensiva no debate ao apresentar seu argumento primeiro.