scandalize

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To cause great offense to (someone).
2. 2
   To reproach.
3. 3
   To disgrace.
4. 4
   To libel.
5. 5
   To reduce the area and efficiency of a sail by expedient means (e.g. slacking the peak and tricing up the tack) without properly reefing, thus slowing boat speed.