Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Offensively.
Offensively - as an adverb
In an unpleasantly offensive manner
Example: "He smelled offensively unwashed"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inoffensivelyIn an obnoxious manner
Example: "He said so in one of his more offensively intellectually arrogant sentences"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
objectionablyobnoxiouslyAggressively
Example: "`in this crisis, we must act offensively,' the president said"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
defensivelyExample Sentences
"His offensively racist comments were met with outrage."
"The offensively loud music disturbed the entire neighborhood."
"The comedian's offensively crude jokes offended many in the audience."
"She was taken aback by his offensively sexist remarks."
"The offensively high prices at the restaurant made it difficult to enjoy the meal."
Word Game Points
Is OFFENSIVELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, offensively is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OFFENSIVELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is OFFENSIVELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, offensively is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOFFENSIVELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.
Is OFFENSIVELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, offensively is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOFFENSIVELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.