Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scandalous
Adjective
/ˈskændələs/
Definition
Causing public outrage or offense; shocking.
Examples
- His scandalous behavior at the party shocked everyone.
- The newspaper published a scandalous story that hurt many people’s reputations.
- It was a scandalous decision that sparked protests from the community.
Meaning
Something that is scandalous is disgraceful or morally wrong, often leading to public discussion and disapproval.
Synonyms
- outrageous
- shocking
- infamous
- disgraceful
- immoral
