noun
- plural of offence; crimes or illegal acts
- plural of offence; actions that cause hurt feelings or displeasure
Usage: British spelling
Usage: British spelling
Examples
- The court reviewed several minor offences committed by the defendant.
- Traffic offences can result in fines or license suspension.
- He was charged with multiple offences including theft and fraud.
- The new law targets cyber offences more effectively.
- She took no offence at his casual remarks.
- His rude comments were serious offences to the guests.
- The judge sentenced him for three separate offences.