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goof vs offend

offend vs goof

goof is a noun but offend is not a noun.

goof and offend both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
goof Yes No Yes No
offend No No Yes No
As verbs, offend is a hypernym of goof; that is, offend is a word with a broader meaning than goof:
  • goof: commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake
  • offend: act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Other hypernyms of goof include breach, break, go against, infract, transgress, violate.
goof (noun) offend (noun)
a man who is a stupid incompetent fool
a person who amuses others by ridiculous behavior
goof (verb) offend (verb)
commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake hurt the feelings of
cause to feel resentment or indignation
strike with disgust or revulsion
act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
Difference between goof and offend

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