Definitions and Examples of attack, offense
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
An aggressive and violent action against a person, group, or place.
Example
The army launched a surprise attack on the enemy's base camp.
Example
The dog started to attack the mailman when he approached the house.
A violation or breach of a law, rule, or moral principle.
Example
He was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, which is a serious offense.
Example
Her rude behavior was taken as an offense by her colleagues.
Key Differences: attack vs offense
- 1Attack refers to a violent and hostile action against someone or something.
- 2Offense refers to a violation or breach of a law, rule, or moral principle that causes hurt or anger.
Effective Usage of attack, offense
- 1Law Enforcement: Use patrol to describe the act of monitoring and protecting an area.
- 2Military: Use patrol to describe the act of guarding and securing a perimeter.
- 3Sports: Use offense to describe the team or player who has possession of the ball and is trying to score.
- 4Legal: Use offense to describe the act of violating a law or rule.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Attack conveys a violent and hostile action, while offense refers to a violation or breach of a law, rule, or moral principle that causes hurt or anger. Use patrol in law enforcement and military contexts, and use offense in sports and legal contexts.
