Dismissive and Offensive

Dismissive

Dismissive adjective - Showing indifference or disregard.
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Offensive and dismissive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Offensive" instead an adjective "Dismissive".

Offensive

Offensive adjective - Causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment.

Dismissive and offensive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dismissive" instead an adjective "Offensive".

Nearby Words: offend, offence, offensively
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