Definition
to violate a rule or principle, or fail to align with what is generally deemed appropriate
违背；触犯（规则、常理）
His actions offended against the company's policies, leaving his boss dissatisfied.
他的行为违反了公司的政策，让他的老板感到不满。
If you choose not to adhere to societal norms, you may offend against ethical values.
如果你选择不遵守社会规范，你可能会违背道德价值观。
The content of the film offended against general perceptions of family themes, sparking discontent among viewers.
这部电影的内容违背了人们对家庭主题的普遍认知，引发了观众的不满。