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offensive proposal

[əˈfensɪv prəˈpoʊzəl]
nounpl: offensive proposals
proposta ofensiva
1. A proposal or suggestion that is insulting, disrespectful, or causes displeasure to others
The offensive proposal was rejected by the committee due to its discriminatory nature.
A proposta ofensiva foi rejeitada pela comissão devido à sua natureza discriminatória.
2. In sports or military context: an aggressive plan of action intended to attack or advance
The coach presented an offensive proposal for the next game strategy.
O treinador apresentou uma proposta ofensiva para a estratégia do próximo jogo.
Synonyms
insulting proposaldisrespectful suggestionaggressive planattacking strategy
Antonyms
respectful proposaldefensive strategycourteous suggestion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
proposta ofensiva
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
proposta ofensiva
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
proposta ofensiva
Standard usage
Portugal
proposta ofensiva
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

put forth an offensive proposal
strike with an offensive proposal
launch an offensive proposal
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