offence

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to an illegal act or crime, a feeling of resentment or hurt caused by a perceived insult, or the act of attacking or challenging someone or something.

• 🇩🇪Substantiv mit mehreren Bedeutungen: Es kann eine Straftat oder einen Rechtsverstoß bezeichnen, das Gefühl der Kränkung oder Beleidigung durch eine als verletzend empfundene Handlung oder Äußerung, oder einen Angriff bzw. eine Herausforderung gegenüber jemandem oder etwas.

1. Attack against an enemy B2 formal

   The action of attacking an opponent or enemy in a conflict.

   • The general ordered a swift offence against the enemy's flank.
   • The army's offence was well-coordinated and effective.
   • They launched a surprise offence at dawn.

   🇩🇪Angriff

   Synonyme: aggressionassaultattackoffensiveonslaughtstrike

   Antonyme: defense

2. Scoring team in sports B1 formal american sport

   The team that has possession of the ball or puck and is attempting to score points.

   • The team's offence struggled to break through the defense.
   • The quarterback leads the offence down the field.
   • A strong offence is key to winning the game.

   🇩🇪Angriff

   Synonyme: attack

3. Feeling of resentment B1 formal

   A feeling of anger or hurt caused by a perceived insult or disrespect.

   • He took offence at her casual remark.
   • No offence was intended by my comment.
   • She caused offence by arriving late to the ceremony.

   🇩🇪Gekränktheit

   Synonyme: annoyancedudgeonhurtindignationpiqueresentmentumbrage

   Antonyme: delightgratificationpleasuresatisfaction

4. Lack of politeness B2 formal

   Behavior that is rude or disrespectful, wounding the feelings of others.

   • His blunt words were a serious offence against etiquette.
   • The comedian's jokes were considered an offence to good taste.
   • She apologized for any offence caused by her behavior.

   🇩🇪Beleidigung

   Synonyme: discourtesydisrespectimpolitenessincivilityrudeness

   Antonyme: considerationcourtesypolitenessrespect

5. Punishable act B2 formal legal

   An illegal act that is punishable by law, typically considered evil or harmful.

   • Driving without a license is a criminal offence.
   • He was charged with a serious offence against the state.
   • The law defines theft as a punishable offence.

   🇩🇪Straftat

   Synonyme: breachcrimefelonyinfractionmisdemeanortransgressionviolationwrongdoing

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