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Outrage

noun, verb

Outrage is very strong anger about something unfair.

7 letters 2 syllables

What does Outrage mean?

Outrage is very strong anger about something unfair.

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Dictionary definition

A very strong feeling of anger about something unfair, or to cause that feeling.

Example sentences

Outrage in a sentence

easy

The unfair rule caused outrage in the story.

medium

Citizens expressed outrage after the park was closed without warning.

hard

The article explained how outrage can lead people to ask for change.

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What does outrage mean?

Practice 2

Which sentence uses outrage correctly?

Practice 3

Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for outrage?

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Outrage

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Sounds like

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Synonyms

Words like Outrage

angerUse for a strong upset feeling.
indignationUse for anger caused by unfairness.
Antonyms

Opposite words

calmUse for a peaceful or controlled feeling.
approvalUse when people agree with something.
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Word family

Outrage word family

Base word

outrage

adjective

outraged

Feeling strong anger about something unfair.

adjective

outrageous

Very shocking, unfair, or unreasonable.

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