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Outrageous

usgb/aʊtˈreɪdʒəs/Volume
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Negative EmotionPlay
Suggests strong disapproval and often used to express anger or shock. SlideTheir decision to close the community center is absolutely outrageous!
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Implies a behavior far beyond acceptable social standards. SlideStealing from charity is an outrageous act that angers everyone.
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Used to stress the extreme nature of something, often beyond reason. SlideCharging ten dollars for a bottle of water is simply outrageous!