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egregious

/ˈɛɡrɛɡiəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does egregious mean?

adjective

Extremely bad or shocking; shockingly bad or unpleasant. Used to describe something that is morally reprehensible or a serious offense.

Example

"The company's egregious disregard for environmental regulations led to a massive fine."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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