great scandal

language: fr

definitions

  1. A large-scale event involving wrongdoing, corruption, or immoral behavior that causes widespread public outrage and damages the reputation of those involved.
    fr: Grand scandale
  2. A situation that results in a significant loss of honor, dignity, or social standing for a person or institution.
    fr: Grand déshonneur

examples

  1. The politician's involvement in the bribery scheme caused a great scandal.

    L'implication du politicien dans le système de corruption a provoqué un grand scandale.

  2. For the ancient family, the betrayal was considered a great scandal.

    Pour la vieille famille, la trahison était considérée comme un grand déshonneur.