English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

umbrage

Umbrage (noun) means a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by something offensive.

noun
1
A feeling of anger or annoyance caused by something offensive.
2
A feeling of doubt.
3
Leaves that provide shade, as the foliage of trees.
4
Shadow; shade.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “umbrage” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Etymology

From Middle French ombrage (“umbrage”), from Old French ombrage, from Latin umbrāticus (“in the shade”), from umbra (“shadow, shade”).

Rhymes for umbrage

See all rhymes for umbrage →

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of umbrage?

"umbrage" (noun) means a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by something offensive.

What are the different meanings of umbrage?

"umbrage" has 3 main meanings: 1. A feeling of anger or annoyance caused by something offensive; 2. A feeling of doubt; 3. Leaves that provide shade, as the foliage of trees.

Definitions from wiktionary, CC BY-SA · etymology from Wiktionary