Synonyms for

Offences

Noun / ˈʌˈvfensʌz / Another word for offences — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Offences means a violation of the law or a rule.

Synonyms & similar words

discourtesy offence umbrage offense crime defence offensive defense crimes misconducts violations wrongdoings transgressions misdemeanors breaches trespasses misdemeanours felonies infringements sins lawbreaking delinquencies lawlessness culpabilities misdeds guilts indiscretions errors

Synonyms by register

Formal

infractions violations transgressions misdemeanors

Informal

crimes wrongdoings lapses mistakes

Literary

sins trespasses faults

Antonyms

virtues merits praises approvals commendations achievements

Common collocations

  • minor offences
  • serious offences
  • criminal offences
  • traffic offences
  • sexual offences
  • data protection offences
  • committed an offence

Word family

noun offence
verb offend
adjective offensive
adverb offensively

Usage note

While 'offence' is the British spelling, 'offense' is the American spelling. Both refer to an act that violates a law or rule.

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Example sentences

  1. The police officer charged him with several offences.
  2. The company will not tolerate any offences against the code of conduct.
  3. The judge will determine the penalty for the offence committed.
  4. The athlete was suspended for two games for his offence.
  5. She was given a warning for her first offence.

Quotes

  • I have no offence to my conscience till I have done my utmost to serve my country. - Charles James Fox
  • Forgiveness is the sweetest revenge. - Isaac Friedmann
  • When a man is penalized for honesty he learns to lie. - Criss Jami

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