scandal
//ˈskændəl//
Noun
scandalSingular
scandalsPlural
1
An action or event that causes public outrage or moral disapproval, especially one involving dishonest or immoral behavior.
The politician resigned after the financial scandal became public.
2
Public outrage, shock, or gossip resulting from an immoral or disgraceful action.
The affair caused a scandal in the community.
3
Damage to reputation caused by association with something disgraceful.
The company tried to avoid the scandal of being associated with the corrupt politician.