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scandal

noun

a cause of shame

a scandal that for many years haunted the family of the banker convicted of embezzlement

Synonyms of scandal

disgrace, dishonor, opprobrium, reflection, reproach

Words Related to scandal

blot, brand, slur, smirch, spot, stain, stigma, taint

Near Antonyms of scandal

boast, glory, jewel, pride, treasure

Antonyms of scandal

credit, honor

offense, sin, vice, crime, scandal mean a transgression of law. offense applies to the infraction of any law, rule, or code.

sin implies an offense against moral or religious law.

vice applies to a habit or practice that degrades or corrupts.

crime implies a serious offense punishable by the law of the state.

scandal applies to an offense that outrages the public conscience.

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