scandal: Meaning and Definition of

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1. a disgraceful or discreditable action, circumstance, etc.
2. an offense caused by a fault or misdeed.
3. damage to reputation; public disgrace.
4. defamatory talk; malicious gossip.
5. a person whose conduct brings disgrace or offense.

1. to defame (someone) by spreading scandal.
2. to disgrace.