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scandal

Definition

  • noun: an occurrence in which people are shocked and upset because of behavior that is morally or legally wrong
  • noun: discredit brought upon religion by unseemly conduct in a religious person
  • synonyms: disgrace, defame, reproach

Examples

  • His actions brought 'scandal' on the team. [=his actions disgraced the team]

  • There was never a hint/trace of 'scandal' during her time in office.

  • There was a major 'scandal' involving the mayor's ties with the Mob.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) you fucking mutt! That's no problem at all. And thank you. Dr. Johnston from Metropolitan did black out at the last surgical conference. It was a bit of a scandal, really. I'd wager anything it was Thackery. Don't let me interrupt. I believe you were all talking about Dr. Thackery. (..)
    2014 TvShow: The Knick Title: The Golden Lotus Season: 1 Episode 9