take offense (at) (something)
take offense (at) (something)
To be or feel insulted, offended, or humiliated by something. I know your comments were made completely in jest, but I couldn't help taking offense at them. I noticed your parents leaving early. I do hope they haven't taken offense.
See also: offense, take
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
take offense (at someone or something)
to be insulted by someone or something. Bill took offense at Mary for her thoughtless remarks. Almost everyone took offense at Bill's new book. I'm sorry you took offense. I meant no harm.
See also: offense, take
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
take offense
Feel resentment or emotional pain, as in I didn't realize he'd take offense when he wasn't invited. [Mid-1800s]
See also: offense, take
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- take offense
- take offence (at something)
- none taken
- in jest
- no offense taken
- jest
- personally
- take (something) personally
- take personally
- take something personally