scandal
Translation
scandal, outrage, disgrace, controversy
Examples
The political scandal shocked the nation.
The political scandal shocked the nation.
It would cause a scandal if they were discovered.
It would cause a scandal if they were discovered.
Grammar Patterns
((a scandal)) ((involving sb./sth.)) a public outrage concerning sth. It was a scandal involving a famous actor.
((to cause)) ((scandal)) to create a situation of public outrage. His affair caused a huge scandal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disgrace, outrage, controversy; Antonyms: honor, praise
Etymology
From Greek 'skandalon', meaning 'a trap' or 'stumbling block'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a public figure tripping over a 'stumbling block' and falling into a 'scandal'.