Synonyms for
Shock
Definition
A sudden, intense feeling of surprise, horror, or disgust.
Synonyms & similar words
shockabsorber
jolt
scandalize
electricshock
jounce
electricalshock
traumatize
cushion
scandalise
seismicdisturbance
appal
stupor
impact
daze
takeaback
appall
offend
floor
outrage
ballover
blow
blowoutofthewater
jar
traumatise
surprise
astonish
startle
jolt
amaze
appall
horrify
disgust
dismay
traumatize
jar
stun
daze
bewilder
flabbergast
stupefy
galvanize
offend
outrage
revolt
Synonyms by register
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- electric shock
- shock absorber
- shock wave
- shock therapy
- shock of his life
- rude shock
- in shock
Word family
Usage note
The word 'shock' can refer to a sudden impact, a strong emotional reaction, or an electrical discharge. Be mindful of the context to understand the intended meaning.
Example sentences
- The sound of the fire alarm gave me a shock.
- I was shocked to see a snake in my garden.
- He was in shock after hearing the news of his friend's death.
- The electric current gave him a shock.
- The unexpected result was a shock to everyone.
Quotes
The only thing that should surprise us is that there are still some things that can surprise us. - Francois de La Rochefoucauld
Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them - that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like. - Lao Tzu
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela