Synonyms for Outrageous & Similar Words
Definition of outrageous
- adjective
- grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror; "subjected to outrageous cruelty"; "a hideous pattern of injustice"; "horrific conditions in the mining industry"
- greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation; "exorbitant rent"; "extortionate prices"; "spends an outrageous amount on entertainment"; "usurious interest rate"; "unconscionable spending"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "outrageous"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like exorbitant, extortionate, hideous can replace "outrageous" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "outrageous" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Outrageous" in song lyrics
See how outrageous is used in real songs:
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"Strangers with arrangers, Capitol Hill pagers outrageous"
Analog Brothers f/ Jacky Jasper — We Sleep Days -
"Mario Kart skills are outrageous"
Asher Roth — Lark on My Go-Cart -
"It's contagous, 'cause my whole crew's outrageous"
Barber Shop MC's — Music, Money, Women