攻勢
Meanings
1
Refers to an aggressive military or strategic posture, often used in contexts of war, sports, or business competition.
The enemy forces went on the offensive.
We are launching an offensive in the market with our new product.
Usage patterns
- 〈相手〉に攻勢に出るto go on the offensive against someone/something
In the second half, the team suddenly went on the offensive.
- 攻勢を強めるto intensify one's offensive
The enemy army intensified its offensive further.
- 攻勢に転じるto switch to an offensive stance
The army, which had been on the back foot, switched to an offensive.
- 〈相手〉の攻勢を受けるto be on the receiving end of someone's offensive
From the very start we were hit by the opponent's fierce offensive.
Expressions
- 攻勢をかけるgo on the offensive; step up one's efforts