Offense əˈfens Upset Noun Commit Law Makes Criminal

• to commit an offense
• the new law makes it a criminal offense to drink alcohol in public places.
• a minor/serious offense
• she pleaded guilty to five traffic offenses.

offense

1. an illegal act
• to commit an offense
• The new law makes it a criminal offense to drink alcohol in public places.
• a minor/serious offense
• She pleaded guilty to five traffic offenses.
2. the feeling of being upset or angry at something that somebody has said or done
• The photo may cause offense to some people.
• No one will take offense (= feel upset or insulted) if you leave early.
• Don't be so quick to take offense.
• Many readers took offense at the article.
• I'm sure he meant no offense when he said that.
• I didn't mean to give offense to anyone.
3. the members of a team whose main aim is to score points against the other team; a method of attack
• The team's offense is stronger than their defense.
• He played offense for the Chicago Bulls.
4. used to say that you do not mean to upset or show a lack of respect for somebody by something you say or do
• No offense, but I'd really like to be by myself.
• No offense intended, but are you sure your calculations are right?