B2noun 2K

Scandal

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈskændl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈskændl/"]/

Meaning of Scandal

behaviour or an event that people think is morally or legally wrong and causes public feelings of shock or anger

In simple words: A situation that causes public shock or anger, often involving wrongdoing.

Scandal in a sentence

• The politician resigned after the financial scandal was exposed.
• Celebrities often get involved in scandals that attract media attention.
• The company faced a scandal when it was revealed they polluted the river.
• Many scandals have damaged the reputation of large corporations.
• The scandal surrounding the athlete's doping caused outrage among fans.
• His personal scandal made headlines for weeks.

How to use Scandal

Use 'scandal' in contexts related to controversies, especially in politics or celebrity news. It's appropriate for discussions about ethics or public perception. Avoid using it in light-hearted or casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'scan' for news on a 'scandal' — you scan headlines to see what's shocking.

Related words

Collocations with Scandal

• big
• great
• major
• series
• spate
• wave
• cause
• create
• avoid
• be brewing
• break
• develop
• sheet
• in a/​the scandal
• scandal over
• the centre/​center of a scandal
• a hint of scandal
• a suggestion of scandal
• big
• great
• major
• series
• spate
• wave
• cause
• create
• avoid
• be brewing
• break
• develop
• sheet
• in a/​the scandal
• scandal over
• the centre/​center of a scandal
• a hint of scandal
• a suggestion of scandal

Synonyms for Scandal

• disgrace

Opposites of Scandal

• honor
• integrity
• reputation

Common mistakes with Scandal

• Confused with 'scandalous' when describing the action or behavior.
• Using 'scandal' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Overusing 'scandal' in non-controversial contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Scandal

What does Scandal mean?

A situation that causes public shock or anger, often involving wrongdoing.

What is the definition of Scandal?

behaviour or an event that people think is morally or legally wrong and causes public feelings of shock or anger

How do you use Scandal in a sentence?

The politician resigned after the financial scandal was exposed.

Can you give another example of Scandal?

Celebrities often get involved in scandals that attract media attention.

What are synonyms for Scandal?

Common alternatives include disgrace.

What is the opposite of Scandal?

Opposite meanings include honor, integrity, reputation.

What words go with Scandal?

It commonly pairs with big, great, major, series, spate, wave, cause, create, avoid, be brewing, break, develop, sheet, in a/​the scandal, scandal over, the centre/​center of a scandal, a hint of scandal, a suggestion of scandal, big, great, major, series, spate, wave, cause, create, avoid, be brewing, break, develop, sheet, in a/​the scandal, scandal over, the centre/​center of a scandal, a hint of scandal, a suggestion of scandal.

What are common mistakes when using Scandal?

Confused with 'scandalous' when describing the action or behavior. Using 'scandal' as a verb instead of a noun. Overusing 'scandal' in non-controversial contexts.

How do you pronounce Scandal?

US: /["/ˈskændl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈskændl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Scandal?

Use 'scandal' in contexts related to controversies, especially in politics or celebrity news. It's appropriate for discussions about ethics or public perception. Avoid using it in light-hearted or casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Scandal?

"Scandal" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.