Offending: meaning, definitions and examples

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offending

 

[ ษ™หˆfษ›ndษชล‹ ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

causing anger

The term 'offending' refers to the act of causing someone to feel upset, annoyed, or angry. It typically involves actions or words that are perceived as disrespectful, hurtful, or inappropriate. In many contexts, offending someone may lead to arguments, disputes, or social tension. The severity of the offense often depends on the feelings of the person affected and the cultural norms surrounding the situation.

Synonyms

displeasing, insulting, irritating, provoking

Examples of usage

  • His comments about her dress were offending.
  • Offending people with insensitive jokes is inappropriate.
  • She didn't mean to be offending, but the comment came out wrong.
Context #2 | Adjective

hurtful remarks

When something is described as offending, it means it causes physical or emotional pain, often without the intention to harm. This usage highlights the impact of words or actions that may not be overtly aggressive but still evoke a sense of hurt. In this context, offending can be related to moral standards or personal values.

Synonyms

distasteful, hurtful, obnoxious, offensive

Examples of usage

  • She found the article very offending.
  • His offending remarks did not go unnoticed.
  • They were offending in their refusal to apologize.

Translations

Translations of the word "offending" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ofensivo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคชเคฎเคพเคจเคœเคจเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช beleidigend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menyinggung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑั€ะฐะทะปะธะฒะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ obraลบliwy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ”ปๆ’ƒ็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท offensant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ofensivo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tahkir edici

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชจ์š•์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณูŠุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ urรกลพlivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ urรกลพlivรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ†’็Šฏ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพaljiv

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกrรกsargjarn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถำ™ะฑั–ั€ะปะตัƒัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ•แƒœแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™hqir edici

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ofensivo

Etymology

The word 'offending' derives from the Middle English term 'offenden,' which traces back to the Old French 'ofendre,' meaning to strike or hit. The root is from the Latin word 'offendere,' composed of 'ob-' (against) and 'fendere' (to strike). Originally, it denoted a physical act of striking against something. Over centuries, the meaning evolved to encompass not just physical offense but also moral and emotional senses of hurt or irritation. This expanding usage indicates a significant shift in how societal norms interpret interactions and remarks, illustrating the complex nature of human communication and relationships. Today's understanding of offending encapsulates both intentional and unintentional actions that result in upset or displeasure, reflecting an evolving language that adapts to cultural sensitivities.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,522, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.