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ofensa — meaning in English

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English meaning

insult verb To say or do something rude or disrespectful to someone.
offense noun A wrongdoing, crime, or breach of a rule.

Senses

ofensa is used for these senses in English:

foul play Any violation of rules.
offense The act of offending.

insult — full definition

verb To say or do something rude or disrespectful to someone.
noun A rude remark or action meant to offend someone.

offense — full definition

noun A wrongdoing, crime, or breach of a rule.
noun A feeling of hurt or anger caused by something insulting or disrespectful.
noun In sports, the team or players trying to score, as opposed to defense.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Portuguese words

delito falta infração jogo sujo transgressão insulto insultar injuriar ataque