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scandalous
adjective
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How to pronounce scandalous:

Definition of scandalous:

scandalous (adjective):
libelous, defamatory
very bad or unpleasant
giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation.

Synonyms for scandalous:

abhorrent
abominable
appalling
atrocious
awful
disgraceful
disgusting
distasteful
disturbing
dreadful
evil
foul
frightful
fulsome
gross
gruesome
hideous
horrendous
horrible
horrid
horrific
horrifying
immoral
loathsome
monstrous
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Antonyms for scandalous:

above board
aboveboard
acceptable
acclaimed
admirable
adorable
affable
age appropriate
agreeable
aiding
alluring
amazing
amiable
amusing
anodyne
appealing
appetising
appetizing
aristocratic
assisting
astonishing
astounding
attractive
average
awesome
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