Umbrage – offence or annoyance over something someone has said or done

(Pronounced uhm-brij)

To remember the definition of the word umbrage, use the following mnemonic:

The umbrella stayed under the bridge (umbrage) because it was offended by what someone said. 

Examples of umbrage in a sentence

He took umbrage at not being invited to the wedding, despite being quite close with the couple. 

The news of pay cuts was met with umbrage from all the employees. 

Despite the criticism on the work being very professional and constructive, she still took umbrage.