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