Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
take-offence
verb phrase
/teɪk əˈfɛns/
Definition
To feel upset or angered by something someone has said or done.
Examples
- She tended to take offence easily at jokes about her height.
- He didn’t mean to take offence when she criticized his work; he just felt it was uncalled for.
- It’s important to communicate openly to avoid situations where someone might take offence.
Meaning
The phrase expresses a reaction of displeasure or offense taken due to another person’s words or actions.
Synonyms
- be offended
- take umbrage
- be hurt
- be insulted
