offensively
adverb/əˈfɛnsɪvli/
Frequency rank: #13,481 most common English word
Meaning
In a way that attacks or aggressively seeks to score; or in a way that causes displeasure or insult.
Example sentence
The coach warned his players that they needed to perform better offensively if they wanted to win the championship.
Synonyms & related words
- aggressively
- assertively
- boldly
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