offensive

ɔˈfɛnsɪv
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Translation of offensive into German,

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Adjective

1.

ethics

morally wrong or unacceptable
  • The movie was criticized for its offensive content.Der Film wurde für seinen anstößigen Inhalt kritisiert.
2.

sports

TECH.
having to do with scoring in sports
TECH.
  • The team focused on their offensive strategy.Die Mannschaft konzentrierte sich auf ihre offensive Strategie.
3.

military

TECH.
related to attacking in a conflict
TECH.
  • The army launched an offensive at dawn..Die Armee startete eine offensive im Morgengrauen
4.

upsetting

causing someone to feel upset or annoyed
  • His comments were highly offensive to many people..Seine Kommentare waren für viele Menschen sehr beleidigend

Noun

1.

upsetting

something causing anger or annoyance
  • His comment was seen as an offensive remark..Sein Kommentar wurde als anstößig empfunden.
2.

military

TECH.
planned military attack by soldiers
TECH.
  • The general launched a major offensive at dawn.Der General startete eine große Offensive im Morgengrauen.
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Expressions with offensive: examples in English and translations in German

im Angriff
offensiv
The team is on the offensive, pushing towards the goal.
die Offensive ergreifen
die Initiative ergreifen
She chose to take the offensive in the negotiations.
Charmeoffensive
The government launched a charm offensive to improve its image.
Angriffswaffe
Waffe
Carrying an offensive weapon is illegal in many countries.
diplomatische Offensive
The country launched a diplomatic offensive to gain more allies.
eine Offensive starten
eine Kampagne starten
The company plans to launch an offensive to increase sales.

Synonyms and analogies of offensive in English

Examples of offensive in a sentence

  • The book was banned for its offensive language.
  • The offensive lineup was unstoppable.
  • He excelled in offensive plays during the match.
  • The general planned an offensive strategy.
  • They prepared for an offensive operation.
  • The movie contained offensive language.

Translations of "offensive" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derAngriffnm.

After months of preparation, the long-awaited offensive finally commenced at dawn.

Nach monatelanger Vorbereitung begann der lang erwartete Angriff endlich bei Tagesanbruch.

dieMilitäroffensivenf.

The recent military offensive will increase the risks of an uncontrolled humanitarian crisis.

Die jüngste Militäroffensive wird die Gefahr einer unkontrollierten humanitären Krise verstärken.

dieBeleidigungnf.

Frankly, your assumption that I would be offended is offensive.

Ihre Annahme, dass ich gekränkt bin, ist eine Beleidigung.

Adjective
beleidigendadj.

His comments about her appearance were beyond the pale and deeply offensive.

Seine Bemerkungen über ihr Aussehen waren inakzeptabel und zutiefst beleidigend.

anstößigadj.

Even though the joke was innocuous, some still found it slightly offensive.

Obwohl der Witz harmlos war, fanden ihn einige dennoch leicht anstößig.

offensivadj.

The coach encouraged his players to stay on the offensive throughout the match.

Der Trainer ermutigte seine Spieler, während des gesamten Spiels offensiv zu bleiben.

dieOffensivenf.

Our team is finally on the offensive after months of constant pressure.

Unsere Mannschaft ist nach Monaten ständigen Drucks endlich in der Offensive.

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offensive: Examples and translations in context

Preparation for an offensive mission started weeks before the scheduled attack.

Die Vorbereitungen für einen Angriffseinsatz begannen Wochen vor dem geplanten Angriff.

An unexpected offensive surprised the opposing forces, leading to a swift victory.

Ein unerwarteter Angriff überraschte die gegnerischen Streitkräfte und führte zu einem schnellen Sieg.

Heavy artillery fire was heard as the troops launched their offensive campaign.

Schweres Artilleriefeuer war zu hören, als die Truppen ihren Angriff starteten.

And only then shall we be ready for a new offensive.

Und nur so werden wir zu einem neuen Angriff gerüstet sein.

With the lodgement secured, they began planning the next phase of their offensive.

Mit gesichertem Brückenkopf begannen sie, die nächste Phase ihres Angriffs zu planen.

The soldiers were on the offensive, advancing steadily toward enemy territory.

Die Soldaten gingen zum Angriff über und rückten stetig in Richtung feindliches Gebiet vor.

Their joint offensive advanced quickly, capturing key positions before evening.

Ihr gemeinsamer Angriff kam schnell voran und eroberte wichtige Stellungen noch vor Einbruch der Dunkelheit.

It's an offensive and defensive weapon against the enemy.

Sie ist eine Waffe zu Angriff und Verteidigung gegen den Feind.

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on the offensivecharm offensiveoffensive line
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