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What is another word for Outrage? – 169 Outrage Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    indignation anger fury rage wrath ire exasperation vexation resentment bitterness scorn disdain contempt disgust distaste abhorrence loathing detestation odium umbrage pique irritation annoyance displeasure dissatisfaction outrage infuriation infuriated incensed offended affronted scandalized shocked appalled horrified scandal protest objection complaint criticism censure disapproval displeasure discontent discontentment discontentedness disgruntlement

    Meaning of Outrage

    According to Merriam-Webster, outrage refers to an act or event that provokes indignation or outrage, or a strong feeling of anger or shock caused by something regarded as wrong or unacceptable.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines outrage as a feeling of intense anger or indignation, especially in response to something perceived as unjust or morally offensive.
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines outrage as a strong feeling of anger or shock, often because someone has done something that is considered to be very wrong or unacceptable.

    Example Uses

    • The news of the corruption scandal sparked widespread outrage and protests across the country.
    • The public's outrage over the environmental disaster led to a significant change in government policies.
    • The politician's comment caused outrage among the minority community, who felt that it was discriminatory and insensitive.
    • The company's decision to cut jobs and benefits sparked outrage among the employees, who felt that it was unfair and unjust.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    approval praise admiration appreciation gratitude delight pleasure satisfaction contentment acceptance tolerance calmness serenity tranquility composure equanimity indifference neutrality objectivity detachment disinterest apathy lethargy impassivity nonchalance unconcern complacency acquiescence resignation submission

    Related Nouns

    scandal controversy protest demonstration riot uprising rebellion revolution movement campaign activism advocacy criticism censure disapproval condemnation denunciation vilification defamation slander libel abuse mistreatment injustice oppression exploitation persecution

    Related Verbs

    protest demonstrate riot rebel revolt campaign advocate criticize censure condemn denounce vilify defame slander libel abuse mistreat oppress exploit persecute infuriate enrage infuriated incense offend affront scandalize shock appall horrify

    Related Adjectives

    angry furious enraged infuriated incensed offended affronted scandalized shocked appalled horrified outraged indignant irate irritated annoyed displeased dissatisfied discontented disgruntled bitter resentful scornful disdainful contemptuous disgusted distasteful abhorrent loathsome detestable odious umbrageous piqued irritated annoyed