scandalize
Translation
to shock, to outrage, to offend
Examples
His remarks were intended to scandalize the public.
His remarks were intended to scandalize the public.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to shock or offend (sb.). His remarks were intended to scandalize the public.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shock, appal, outrage, offend
Etymology
Derived from 'scandal' and the verb-forming suffix '-ize'.
Memory Tips
This is the standard spelling in American English. To 'scandalize' someone is to cause them to feel shocked and outraged.