Definition & Meaning of "outrage"

Outrage

the extreme feeling of rage and anger

a wantonly cruel act

the act of scandalizing

a disgraceful event

to outrage

to cause someone to become extremely angry or shocked

force (someone) to have sex against their will

violate the sacred character of a place or language

Example

The unfair decision by the referee sparked outrage among the fans at the stadium.

The politician's comments about certain minority groups caused widespread outrage.

The community's outrage over the environmental pollution led to protests and petitions.

The teacher's harsh punishment of the students resulted in an outrage among their parents.

The news of the corruption scandal caused an outrage among the citizens, who demanded justice.

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