Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offence
noun
/əˈfɛns/
Definition
An illegal act or a breach of a law or rule.
Examples
- Stealing from a store is considered a serious offence.
- She took great offence at his rude comment.
- The new law aims to reduce violent offences in the city.
Meaning
Offence refers to the act of committing something that is against the law or societal norms. It can also denote hurt feelings or being upset by someone’s actions or words.
Synonyms
- crime
- transgression
- wrongdoing
- misdeed
- infraction
