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The German word "Skandal" is a noun that means "scandal" in English. It refers to an event or action that causes public outrage or shock, usually due to moral or legal wrongdoing.

It is not a compound word, so it isn't made up of smaller German words, but is borrowed from Latin scandalum.

Similar words:

• Affäre (affair) – often implies a controversy but can be less scandalous.
• Eklat (fuss, uproar) – emphasizes a public commotion or outcry.
• Empörung (indignation) – focuses on the moral outrage aspect.

Differences:

• Skandal specifically highlights the element of public disgrace or shocking misconduct.
• Affäre may imply a less severe or more private controversial situation.
• Eklat refers more to the public spectacle or noisy reaction, not necessarily the moral fault.
• Empörung is about the emotional response, not necessarily the event itself.