How to Pronounce "offensive"
word
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
uh-FEN-siv
/əfˈɛnsɪv/
uh-FEN-siv
Definition
If something is offensive, it is likely to upset, insult, or shock people because it seems rude, disrespectful, or inappropriate. It can also describe words, jokes, behavior, images, or smells that people react to negatively.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɛnsɪv/
British English
/əfˈɛnsɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FEN-siv
UK
uh-FEN-siv
Listen in Context
That word is offensive to many people.
She made an offensive joke at dinner.
I find that ad offensive.
No one laughed because the comment was really offensive.