Scandalous (adjective)

1. Shocking or causing general public outrage, disapproval, or condemnation.
2. Shocking or causing general public outrage, disapproval, or condemnation because of being morally or legally wrong.
3. Shocking or causing general public outrage, disapproval, or condemnation because of being morally or legally wrong or highly improper.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french scandaleux or latin scandalosus, from scandalum "cause of offense".

Examples:

1. The company's actions were seen as scandalous and it caused a public backlash.
2. The politician's affair was considered scandalous and it ruined his career.
3. The financial fraud was considered scandalous and the CEO was arrested.
4. The movie was considered scandalous due to its explicit content.
5. The behavior of the sports team was considered scandalous and they were fined.