offence

Meaning

noun

1. the action of attacking an enemy
2. the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score
3. a feeling of anger caused by being offended
   “he took offence at my question”
4. a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
5. a transgression that constitutes a violation of what is judged to be right

Synonyms for offence

• offense
• offensive
• umbrage
• discourtesy
• offensive activity

Antonyms of offence

• defence