ofensivo
ofensivo
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (insulting)
a. offensive
La gerencia demostró una actitud ofensiva con los trabajadores que presentaron la queja.Management's attitude toward the workers who filed the complaint was offensive.
b. rude
La publicidad de productos de belleza suele recurrir a imágenes discriminatorias y ofensivas.Beauty product advertising often uses discriminatory, offensive images.
2. (military and sports)
a. offensive
Las nuevas autoridades buscan aumentar el potencial ofensivo de la alianza.The new authorities are seeking to increase the offensive potential of the alliance.
ofensivo
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g. the big dog).
1. (general)
a. offensive
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