offensiveness

adjective

1. attacking; aggressive
2. of or for attack
3. ☆ designating or of the side that is seeking to score in any contest
4. unpleasant, as to the senses; disgusting; repugnant an offensive odor
5. causing resentment, anger, etc.; insulting

Etymology: ML offensivus < L offensa, offense

noun

1. attitude or position of attack: often with the
2. an attack or hostile action, esp. by armed forces