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Synonyms & Similar Words
hurt
upset
insulted
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displeased
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vexed
pained
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saddened
disturbed
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wounded
resentful
indignant
outraged
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offended
disheartened
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Meaning of Offended
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "offended" means feeling resentful or annoyed, typically as a result of a perceived insult or injustice.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "offended" as feeling or showing anger, hurt, or displeasure in response to something.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines "offended" as feeling upset or annoyed because of something that someone has said or done.
Example Uses
- The customer was offended by the rude behavior of the salesperson and decided to take their business elsewhere.
- She was deeply offended by the racist comment and reported it to the authorities.
- The community was offended by the lack of consideration shown by the developers when building the new complex.