Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
egregious
Adjective
/ɪˈɡriːdʒəs/
Definition
Outstandingly bad; shocking.
Examples
- The politician’s egregious mistake led to his downfall.
- It was an egregious violation of the rules.
- Her egregious behavior at the party stunned everyone.
Meaning
Egregious describes something that is remarkably bad in a way that stands out from the rest.
Synonyms
- flagrant
- shocking
- outrageous
- appalling
- heinous
