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offense

/əˈfens/
of · fense əˈ · fens
English Definition
n. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act
中文释义
犯罪，违法行为
Significado en Español
delito, ofensa
한국어 뜻
범죄, 공격
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tội phạm, sự xúc phạm
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Example Sentence

Driving without a license is a serious offense.

无证驾驶是一种严重的违法行为。

Synonyms
crime violation wrongdoing
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “offense”:

  1. A crime
  2. B virtue
  3. C obedience
  4. D compliance
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A — crime. “offense” means n. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Parking in that spot is a minor ______ that carries only a small fine.

  1. A offense
  2. B reward
  3. C favor
  4. D gift
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A — offense. “offense” means n. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act

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Common questions about “offense”

What does “offense” mean?

offense — n. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act. In Chinese: 犯罪，违法行为.

How do you pronounce “offense”?

offense is pronounced /əˈfens/. It breaks into 2 syllables: of · fense.

How do you use “offense” in a sentence?

Driving without a license is a serious offense. (无证驾驶是一种严重的违法行为。)

What are synonyms for “offense”?

crime, violation, wrongdoing — all close in meaning to offense (n. a breach of a law or rule; an illegal act).

Is “offense” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. offense appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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