verb
scandalize
Scandalize (verb) means to cause great offense to (someone); to shock with something scandalous.
verb
1
To cause great offense to (someone); to shock with something scandalous.
2
To reproach.
3
To disgrace.
4
To libel; to create scandal about (someone or something).
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Etymology
From Latin scandalizō, from Ancient Greek σκανδαλίζω (skandalízō). By surface analysis, scandal + -ize.
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What is the meaning of scandalize?
"scandalize" (verb) means to cause great offense to (someone); to shock with something scandalous.
What are the different meanings of scandalize?
"scandalize" has 3 main meanings: 1. To cause great offense to (someone); to shock with something scandalous; 2. To reproach; 3. To disgrace.