Basic Details
Word: Offensive
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Causing someone to feel hurt, angry, or upset; something disrespectful or rude.
Synonyms: Insulting, upsetting, provocation
Antonyms: Respectful, pleasing, agreeable
Idioms and Phrases
- Offensive to the core: Something that is extremely disrespectful or rude. Example: "The joke he made was offensive to the core, and many people were upset."
- Take offence: To feel angry or upset because of something someone said. Example: "She didnt mean to offend him, but he took offence at her comment."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher reminded the students that any offensive language would not be tolerated in the classroom.
Example 2: His comment was deemed offensive, leading to a lengthy discussion about respect and kindness.
Example 3: Many people found the film's portrayal of certain characters to be highly offensive.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "offensive" originates from the Latin word "offendere," which means "to strike against"? This reflects the idea of causing harm or hurt, whether physically or emotionally.
Famous Quote
"The only thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about." Oscar Wilde
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "offensive" mean?
a) Approving and positive
b) Causing hurt or anger
c) Encouraging and supportive
d) Exciting and entertaining
Answer: b) Causing hurt or anger
2. Which of these is a synonym of "offensive"?
a) Friendly
b) Insulting
c) Pleasant
d) Agreeable
Answer: b) Insulting
3. What is a possible antonym of "offensive"?
a) Upsetting
b) Disrespectful
c) Respectful
d) Insulting
Answer: c) Respectful
4. Which sentence uses "offensive" correctly?
a) The film was full of offensive jokes.
b) The offensive was a successful military strategy.
c) She felt vibrant and offensive at the concert.
d) The flower garden looked very offensive today.
Answer: a) The film was full of offensive jokes.
5. What does "take offence" mean?
a) To feel happy about something
b) To feel angry about something said
c) To enjoy a compliment
d) To agree with someone's opinion
Answer: b) To feel angry about something said
