Synonyms for
Outraged
Definition
feeling very angry and upset because of something that is unfair or wrong
Synonyms & similar words
shock
appall
desecrate
indignant
umbrageous
offend
appal
assault
dishonour
incensed
ravish
scandalise
scandalize
rape
violate
profane
outrage
dishonor
enraged
incensed
infuriated
offended
scandalized
shocked
angered
exasperated
furious
incensed
indignant
irate
livid
offended
resentful
scandalized
shocked
vehement
wrathful
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- deeply outraged
- outraged by
- outraged at
- publicly outraged
- outraged response
- outraged citizen
- outraged by the decision
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe a strong emotional reaction to something perceived as unjust, immoral, or offensive. Can be used for both personal feelings and collective public sentiment.
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Example sentences
- The community was outraged by the pollution in the river.
- He was outraged when he found out his friend had lied to him.
- The citizens were outraged by the government's decision.
- She was outraged at the way she had been treated.
- The public was outraged by the company's unethical practices.
Quotes
I'm outraged by people who exploit animals for profit.
I'm outraged by the lack of action on gun control.
I'm outraged by the discrimination against marginalized communities.