offended
Translation
offended, upset, insulted
Examples
She was offended by his remark.
She was offended by his remark.
He looked offended when I laughed.
He looked offended when I laughed.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) offended ((by/at sth.)) to be upset by (sth.) She was offended by his comment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insulted, upset, hurt; Antonyms: pleased, complimented
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'offend', from Latin 'offendere' (to strike against).
Memory Tips
If you are 'offended', you feel as if someone has 'struck against' your feelings.