take offence (at something)



take offence (at something)

To be or feel insulted, offended, or humiliated by something. Primarily heard in UK. I know your jokes were made completely in jest, but I couldn't help taking offence at them. I noticed your parents leaving in a bit of a huff earlier; I do hope they haven't taken offence.
See also: offence, take

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
JaakkoYAH:K-koFinnish
Aras-Lithuanian
Cody['kəudi]
WiktorVEEK-tawrPolish
Ellen (1)EL-ənEnglish
RoopeRO:-peFinnish