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What is another word for Shock? – 157 Shock Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    astonishment surprise amazement consternation dismay horror outrage scandal bombshell jolt blow impact collision concussion trauma upset disturbance commotion turmoil upheaval earthquake tremor convulsion startle fright terror alarm panic dread fear trepidation apprehension anxiety stun daze bewilder perplex confuse disorient stagger astound flabbergast electrify galvanize

    Meaning of Shock

    The primary meaning of the word "Shock" is a sudden or intense feeling of surprise, astonishment, or horror.

    Definitions

    • A sudden or violent disturbance of the mind or emotions, typically caused by an unexpected event or experience
    • A sudden or intense feeling of surprise, astonishment, or horror
    • A medical condition characterized by a failure of the circulatory system to maintain adequate blood flow, typically caused by severe injury or illness
    • A sudden or intense impact or collision, typically causing damage or disruption

    Etymology of Shock

    The word "Shock" originated in the 16th century, derived from the Old French word "choquer", meaning "to collide" or "to encounter", which is also related to the Middle English word "shokken", meaning "to strike" or "to collide"
    Initially, the word referred to a physical collision or impact, but over time its meaning expanded to include emotional and psychological connotations, such as surprise, astonishment, or horror

    Example Uses

    • The news of the accident sent shock waves through the community
    • The patient went into shock after suffering a severe injury
    • The shock of the cold water took her breath away
    • The economic downturn was a shock to the entire industry
    • The shock absorbers on the car helped to reduce the impact of the bumps on the road

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    calmness serenity tranquility peacefulness stability security comfort relief reassurance confidence expectation anticipation preparation familiarity normality routine predictability certainty composure poise equanimity sobriety sanity clarity coherence order harmony

    Related Nouns

    trauma injury wound bruise concussion contusion fracture sprain strain pain agony distress suffering anguish torment torture horror fear anxiety dread apprehension alarm panic chaos turmoil upheaval earthquake tremor convulsion

    Related Verbs

    stun daze bewilder perplex confuse disorient stagger astound flabbergast electrify galvanize startle fright terrify alarm panic disturb disrupt shatter smash crush demolish destroy devastate traumatize injure wound harm hurt damage

    Related Adjectives

    shocking astonishing astounding amazing surprising unexpected sudden intense violent severe extreme dreadful horrible terrifying frightening alarming disturbing disruptive chaotic turbulent tumultuous traumatic injurious harmful damaging destructive devastating