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OUTRAGEOUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
Example:
unconscionable spending
Synonyms:
exorbitant; extortionate; outrageous; steep; unconscionable; usurious
Classified under:
Similar:
immoderate (beyond reasonable limits)
Derivation:
outrageousness (excessive excess)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror
Example:
horrific conditions in the mining industry
Synonyms:
hideous; horrid; horrific; outrageous
Classified under:
Similar:
offensive (unpleasant or disgusting especially to the senses)
Derivation:
outrage (a disgraceful event)
outrageousness (the quality of being outrageous)
