Word SHOCK: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

shock

🇺🇸 [ʃɑːk]

Meanings

A sudden and intense surprise or disturbance, often caused by an unexpected event or action. Shock can be physical, like an electrical shock, or emotional, as a response to a traumatic or startling situation.

Examples

• She was in shock after hearing the news of the accident.
• The electrical shock made him drop the tool.
• The sudden change in the company’s leadership was a shock to everyone.

Synonyms

surprise • jolt • startle

Antonyms

calm • ease • relief