Synonyms: law-breaking, crime, criminal offence, criminal offense, offence, offense
Definition: (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
Usage: a long record of crimes
Similar words: transgression, evildoing
Definition: the act of transgressing; the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
Usage: the boy was punished for the transgressions of his father
Synonyms: offence, offense, offensive
Definition: the action of attacking an enemy
Similar words: military operation, operation
Definition: activity by a military or naval force (as a maneuver or campaign)
Usage: it was a joint operation of the navy and air force
Synonyms: discourtesy, offence, offense, offensive activity
Definition: a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others
Similar words: conduct, doings, behavior, behaviour
Definition: manner of acting or controlling yourself
Synonyms: umbrage, offence, offense
Definition: a feeling of anger caused by being offended
Usage: he took offence at my question
Similar words: ire, anger, choler
Definition: a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance
Definition: the team that has the ball (or puck) and is trying to score