Synonyms for
Outrage
Definition
an extremely strong reaction of anger, shock, or indignation
Synonyms & similar words
scandalise
scandalisation
scandalization
appal
desecrate
scandalize
violate
rape
profane
ravish
dishonor
assault
scandal
appall
shock
offend
dishonour
indignation
anger
wrath
fury
indignation
resentment
displeasure
irritation
offense
annoyance
disgust
outrageousness
violence
ferocity
rage
temper
exasperation
provocation
infuriation
choler
disapproval
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- public outrage
- outrageous behavior
- outrage over
- shock and outrage
- moral outrage
- utter outrage
- wave of outrage
Word family
Usage note
Outrage refers to intense anger caused by something perceived as unjust or wrong. It is a strong emotion, often expressed publicly.
Example sentences
- The teacher expressed her outrage at the cheating scandal.
- The community's outrage led to a protest against police brutality.
- I was outraged when I heard about the injustice.
- The animal cruelty case caused widespread outrage.
- His insensitive comments sparked outrage on social media.
Quotes
The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. - Martin Luther King Jr.
The world is a dangerous place to live, not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who don't do anything about it. - Albert Einstein