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schandelijk — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • nefarious adj Wicked or criminal, especially in a way that is notorious or widely condemned.
  • outrageous adj Shockingly excessive, unacceptable, or unjust.
  • shamefully adv In a way that deserves shame or disgrace.

Senses

schandelijk is used for these senses in English:

  • nefarious Sinful, villainous, criminal, or wicked, especially when noteworthy or notorious for such characteristics.
  • outrageous Shocking; exceeding conventional behaviour; provocative. [from 18th c.]
  • shamefully In a shameful manner.

outrageous — full definition

  1. adj Shockingly excessive, unacceptable, or unjust.
  2. adj Bold and flamboyant, in a way that draws attention.

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