jolt (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dʒoʊlt/
Definition
A sudden, strong, and often unpleasant or surprising movement or shock.
Examples
The car hit a pothole, causing a sharp jolt that woke the sleeping passenger.
News of the unexpected resignation sent a jolt through the entire company.
She felt a jolt of fear when she realized she had left her keys inside.
How to Use jolt
- jolt (someone/something) into (action/awareness) (phrasal verb)
- To suddenly make someone or something start doing something or become aware. — "The crisis jolted the government into taking immediate measures."
- jolt of (emotion/energy) (collocation)
- A sudden, strong feeling or burst of energy. — "A jolt of adrenaline surged through her veins as she began the race."
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