Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
irangate
noun
/ˈɪrənˌɡeɪt/
Definition
Irangate refers to a political scandal involving the secret sale of arms to Iran by the United States in the 1980s.
Examples
- The Irangate incident shocked many and had long-lasting effects on U.S. foreign policy.
- In the hearings, various officials were questioned about their involvement in the Irangate scandal.
Meaning
The term combines ‘Iran’ and ‘gate’, signifying a scandal related to Iran, similar to the Watergate scandal.
Synonyms
- Iran-Contra Affair
- Arms scandal
- Political scandal
