Scandalous (Adjective)
Meaning
Giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation; "scandalous behavior"; "the wicked rascally shameful conduct of the bankrupt"- Thackeray; "the most shocking book of its time".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The company's CEO was fired for her scandalous behavior during the holiday party, which was considered highly unprofessional and damaging to the company's image.
- The media coverage of the politician's scandalous affair was relentless, and his reputation was left in tatters.
- The rockstar's scandalous lyrics and on-stage antics sparked outrage among conservative groups, who called for a boycott of the band's music.
- The judge ruled that the scandalous behavior of the defendant, including multiple instances of harassment and intimidation, warranted a maximum sentence.
- The film's scandalous depiction of violence and graphic content sparked heated debates about censorship and artistic freedom.