Offend
(verb)
- To cause resentment or anger in someone.
- To act in a way that is considered wrong or morally unacceptable.
- To make someone feel hurt, upset, or angry.
Origin:
Late middle english: from old french ofenser, from latin offendere, from ob- "against" + -fendere "strike".
Examples:
- He offended her with his remarks.
- His actions offended their religious beliefs.
- His language offended many people.
- The insult offended her.
- His behavior offended the entire community.