offend
verb (used with object)
to irritate, annoy, or anger; cause resentful displeasure in.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Kerry remembers the night she first heard about Kebatu's offending, for which he was jailed and later deported.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
The letters urged both companies to take action against any offending sellers but didn’t address whether the platforms themselves had violated relevant laws.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
She added: "Although this type of stranger offending is rare, this conviction reflects the gravity of his crimes and the commitment of prosecutors and police to bring him to justice."
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Charities have also been left reeling from Bush's offending.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
"You do? You feel no inner turmoil, no need to cast out the offending eye?"
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
