Meaning

• An attack.

  "The Marines today launched a major offensive."

• The posture of attacking or being able to attack.

  "He took the offensive in the press, accusing his opponent of corruption."

Meaning

• Causing offense; arousing a visceral reaction of disgust, anger, or hatred.

  "An offensive smell."

• Relating to an offense or attack, as opposed to defensive.

  "The army's offensive capabilities. An offensive weapon."

• Having to do with play directed at scoring.

  "The offensive coordinator is responsible for ordering all rushing plays."