offens’.

Displeasure; anger, or moderate anger. He gave them just cause of offense. He took offense.

Scandal; cause of stumbling. Christ is called a stone of stumbling and rock of offense to both the houses of Israel. Isaiah 8:14.

Any transgression of law, divine or human; a crime; sin; act of wickedness or omission of duty. Christ was delivered for our offenses, and raised again for our justification. Romans 4:25.

An injury. I have given my opinion against the authority of two great men, but I hope without offense to their memories.

Attack; assault; as a weapon of offense.

Impediment. Matthew 16:23.