Offensive

English

Adjective

offensive

1. Causing offense.

   The socks gave off an offensive smell.

2. (team sports) Having to do with play directed at scoring.

   The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays.

Noun

offensive

1. (military) An attack.

   The Marines today launched a major offensive.

2. (uncountable) The position of attacking or being liable to attack.

   It is important to stay on the offensive in these situations.