OFFENSIVE
9 letters
18 Scrabble points
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
Definition of OFFENSIVE
noun
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An attack.
"The Marines today launched a major offensive."
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The posture of attacking or being able to attack.
"He took the offensive in the press, accusing his opponent of corruption."
adjective
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Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, or hatred.
"An offensive smell."
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Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.
"The army's offensive capabilities. An offensive weapon."
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Having to do with play directed at scoring.
"The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays."
Source: Wiktionary
Word Details
Letters
O
F
F
E
N
S
I
V
E
Length
9 letters
Scrabble Score
18 points