offending
Pronunciation:
/əˈfɛndɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To hurt the feelings of; to displease; to make angry; to insult.
Example: Your accusations offend me deeply.
To feel or become offended; to take insult.
Example: Don't worry. I don't offend easily.
To physically harm, pain.
Example: Strong light offends the eye.
To annoy, cause discomfort or resent.
Example: Physically enjoyable frivolity can still offend the conscience
noun
Definitions
The act of committing an offence.
adjective
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Responsible; to be blamed.
Example: Something in the fridge smelled terrible. The offending article was soon identified and removed.