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offensively

/ɒfˈɛnsɪvli/ adverb · British & US
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What does offensively mean?

adverb

In a way that is likely to cause offense; in a manner that is insulting or provocative.

Example

"The comedian's offensively sexist jokes were widely criticized."

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