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offensive vs unsavory

unsavory vs offensive

offensive is a noun but unsavory is not a noun.

offensive and unsavory both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
offensive Yes Yes No No
unsavory No Yes No No
As adjectives, offensive and unsavory are synonyms defined as:
  • offensive and unsavory: morally offensive
Other synonyms of offensive include unsavoury.
offensive (noun) unsavory (noun)
the action of attacking an enemy
offensive (adjective) unsavory (adjective)
unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses morally offensive
causing anger or annoyance not pleasing in odor or taste
for the purpose of attack rather than defense
morally offensive
violating or tending to violate or offend against
causing or able to cause nausea
Difference between offensive and unsavory

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