Simple meaning
What does Offended mean?
feeling hurt by words or actions.
Dictionary definition
Feeling hurt or upset by something said or done.
Example sentences
Offended in a sentence
easy
Mia felt offended before the class game started.
medium
The story character seemed offended after the surprise news.
hard
Writers use words like offended to show mood and character changes clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Offended
hurtSimilar meaning in many contexts.
insultedClose meaning with slightly different tone.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unbotheredA helpful opposite in many situations.
pleasedAnother useful contrast word.
Word family
Offended word family
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What does offended mean?
OFFENDED means feeling hurt by words or actions.
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