shock (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ʃɒk/

Definition

A sudden, strong feeling of surprise and distress.

Examples

• The news of the accident was a terrible shock.

• She was in shock after the car crash.

• He felt a shock of cold when he opened the window.

How to Use shock

shocked by (prepositional phrase)

To feel surprise or distress because of something. — "We were all shocked by the sudden announcement."

shock someone (verb)

To cause someone to feel surprise or distress. — "The unexpected result will shock the fans."

Synonyms of shock

Words with a similar meaning to shock:

• surprise
• astonishment
• trauma

Antonyms of shock

Words with the opposite meaning to shock:

• calmness
• relief

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