verb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:What he said offended his friend and led to a cold conversation.

Definition:cause anger or upset to someone

From offend somebody

Example:The joke offended several people in the audience.

Definition:to cause pain or anger to the feelings of a person

From offend someone

Example:The art installation continued to offend sensibilities and spark debates in the community.

Definition:to upset or anger the moral or ethical feelings of people

From offend sensibilities

Example:Breaking the rule in public could offend against the norms of good behavior.

Definition:to violate or infringe upon a rule, principle, or standard

From offend against