CEFR B2

outrage

noun

Meaning

An extremely strong feeling of anger and shock, especially because something is perceived as unjust, unfair, or wrong.

Examples

There was public outrage over the company's decision to lay off hundreds of workers.
The news of the brutal crime sparked outrage among the local community.

Synonyms: anger, fury, indignation, frenzy

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outrage (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/

Definition

An extremely strong feeling of anger and shock, especially because something is perceived as unjust, unfair, or wrong.

Examples

There was public outrage over the company's decision to lay off hundreds of workers.
The news of the brutal crime sparked outrage among the local community.
Her comments about the victims' families were met with outrage and condemnation.

How to Use outrage

outraged by (prepositional phrase): To be very angry or shocked because of something. — "She was outraged by the injustice of the situation."
outraged at (prepositional phrase): To be very angry or shocked about something. — "He was outraged at the lack of respect shown to him."

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