scandalizing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈskændəlaɪzɪŋ/
KK: /ˈskændəˌlaɪzɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Causing shock or outrage due to improper or immoral behavior.
Example
The scandalizing news spread quickly through the town, leaving everyone in disbelief.
Conversation
Did you hear about that movie everyone's talking about?
Yeah, I heard it’s quite scandalizing for some viewers.
I can't believe they would include such scenes in it!
Right? It definitely pushes the boundaries.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shocking
outrageous
disgraceful
Antonyms
unremarkable
acceptable
innocent
verb
Definition
To shock or offend someone by doing something considered morally wrong or inappropriate.
Example
The politician's actions were scandalizing to many of his supporters.
Tense Forms
Past: scandalized
Past Participle: scandalized
Conversation
I heard that movie is scandalizing audiences everywhere.
Really? What’s so shocking about it?
Apparently, it has some scenes that are very controversial.
Root Explanation
Scandalizing → It is formed from "scandalum" (from Latin, meaning a cause of offense or disgrace) and "-izing" (a suffix used to form present participles indicating the action of). The word "scandalizing" means the act of causing offense or shock to someone.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'cause of offense' ('scandalum') that is actively 'shocking' or 'offending' someone ('-izing'). This helps you remember that scandalizing means to cause shock or offense.
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