Disapproval
Disapproval noun - Refusal to accept as right or desirable.
Offense and disapproval are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Offense" instead a noun "Disapproval".
Offense
Offense noun - An act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings.
Usage example: a diplomat never deliberately gives offense
Disapproval and offense are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Disapproval" instead a noun "Offense".
Mutual synonyms
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