shock

[shok] / ʃɒk /

NOUN

complete surprise; blow

Synonyms

STRONGEST

awe bump collapse confusion consternation disturbance earthquake excitement impact injury jolt scare trauma

STRONG

bombshell breakdown clash collision concussion crash distress encounter hysteria jarring percussion prostration ram start stroke stupefaction stupor turn upset whammy wreck

WEAK

double whammy eye-opener traumatism

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calm calmness composure tranquility

WEAK

expectation

VERB

completely surprise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

agitate anger astound awe disgust dismay displease disturb flabbergast horrify insult jar jolt offend outrage overwhelm paralyze rock shake shake up sicken startle stun traumatize unsettle

STRONG

abash antagonize daze disquiet electrify flood floor nauseate numb overcome revolt scandalize stagger stupefy

WEAK

bowl over give a turn hit like ton of bricks knock out throw a curve

Antonyms

STRONGEST

appease calm expect

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Still, oil traders are holding out hope that the hostilities are a short-term disruption rather than a long-term shock.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 26, 2026

But the shock of that request paled in comparison to another number.

From Salon ● Jul. 26, 2026

Deeply affected by the ordeal and still in shock, the 48-year-old did not mince his words regarding the authorities, who he believes failed to sufficiently clear the undergrowth in the surrounding countryside.

From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026

Today, the artworks look tame: Their thick paint, loose brushstrokes and vibrant, often clashing colors no longer shock.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026

Berrycloth looks at him, his expression a mixture of hurt and shock.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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