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umbrage

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun umbrage has 1 sense
  1. umbrage, offense, offence - a feeling of anger caused by being offended; "he took offence at my question"
    --1 is a kind of anger, choler, ire

Definitions from the Web

Umbrage

Noun:

1. offense or annoyance; the feeling of being insulted or slighted.

Example Sentence: He took umbrage at her remarks and stormed out of the room.


Noun:

2. a reason for doubt or suspicion; a sign or indication of potential offense.

Example Sentence: His constant secrecy gave umbrage to his colleagues, making them question his motives.


Noun:

3. shade or shadow, especially as cast by trees.

Example Sentence: We sought umbrage from the scorching sun under the giant oak tree.


Verb:

1. to take offense or feel resentment.

Example Sentence: She umbraged at his criticism of her work.


Verb Phrase:

1. to give umbrage or cause offense.

Example Sentence: His condescending tone might umbrage some people, but others find it amusing.



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