outrageous meaning and definition

OUTRAGEOUS adjective

Definition of outrageous (adjective)

1. grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror
   • "subjected to outrageous cruelty"; "a hideous pattern of injustice"; "horrific conditions in the mining industry"
   • synonyms: hideous, horrid, horrific
2. greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
   • "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending"
   • synonyms: exorbitant, extortionate, steep, unconscionable, usurious