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OFFENCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Offence.

Offence - as a noun

The action of attacking an enemy

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offenseoffensive
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
military operationoperation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offense
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defence

A feeling of anger caused by being offended

Example: "He took offence at my question"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offenseumbrage

A lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings of others

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discourtesyoffenseoffensive activity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
behaviorbehaviourconductdoings
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A transgression that constitutes a violation of what is judged to be right

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offense
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evildoingtransgression
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was charged with a serious criminal offence."
"Her comment was taken as a personal offence."
"The company has strict policies against sexual harassment offences."
"Causing damage to public property is considered a criminal offence."
"He apologized for any offence his words may have caused."
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Word Game Points

Is OFFENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, offence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OFFENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is OFFENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, offence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OFFENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is OFFENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, offence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OFFENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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