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    Ofensiva (en. Offensive)

    /ofen'si.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Military action aimed at causing harm to the enemy.
    The army's offensive was sudden and successful.
    La ofensiva del ejército fue repentina y exitosa.
    Verbal or cruel attack against someone.
    Her comment was a painful offensive for her.
    Su comentario fue una ofensiva dolorosa para ella.
    Attack strategy in a sport like soccer.
    The team implemented an aggressive offensive to win the match.
    El equipo implementó una ofensiva agresiva para ganar el partido.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'offensivus', which means 'that hurts' or 'that offends'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Total offensive
    An action that seeks to completely defeat the enemy.
    ofensiva total
    Verbal offensive
    Attack through words or comments.
    ofensiva verbal
    Launch an offensive
    To initiate an attack against the opponent.
    lanzar una ofensiva

    Related Words

    Defensive
    Action of protecting oneself against an attack.
    defensiva
    Aggressive
    Showing an attitude of attack or aggression.
    agresivo
    Assault
    Violent action against someone or something.
    asalto

    Slang Meanings

    Direct and often unexpected confrontation.
    I had to launch an offensive to get out of that situation.
    Tuve que lanzar una ofensiva para salir de esa situación.
    Being part of a larger or planned attack.
    The group launched an offensive to rescue their friend.
    El grupo lanzó una ofensiva para rescatar a su amigo.