outrageous

The definition of outrageous is someone or something that is not in good taste, violent or extremely unusual.

(adjective)

An example of outrageous behavior is something that is done in a very offensive way.
An example of outrageous dressing, is someone who dresses in a very unusual way.

See outrageous in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Origin: OFr outrageus: see outrage & -ous

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See outrageous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

a. Grossly offensive to decency or morality.
b. Being well beyond the bounds of good taste: outrageous epithets.
Having no regard for morality.
Violent or unrestrained in temperament or behavior.
a. Extremely unusual or unconventional; extraordinary: loved to dress in outrageous clothing; found some outrageous bargains.
b. Being beyond all reason; extravagant or immoderate: spends an outrageous amount on entertainment.

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