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What is another word for Offended? – 123 Offended Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    hurt upset insulted affronted displeased irritated annoyed vexed pained grieved saddened disturbed troubled wounded resentful indignant outraged incensed infuriated exasperated offended disheartened disillusioned discontented dissatisfied displeased disquieted discomforted mortified humiliated embarrassed

    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.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    pleased delighted thrilled happy satisfied content comforted relieved grateful appreciative thankful amused entertained pleased charmed enchanted impressed flattered complimented praised admired respected honored