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Synonyms & Similar Words
astonished
amazed
stunned
flabbergasted
astounded
dumbfounded
bewildered
perplexed
confused
dismayed
disconcerted
unsettled
upset
disturbed
startled
taken aback
surprised
aghast
appalled
horrified
shocked
electrified
galvanized
thunderstruck
floored
blown away
stunned
dazzled
dazed
confounded
nonplussed
flummoxed
baffled
perplexed
disoriented
Meaning of Shocked
The primary meaning of the word "Shocked" is to feel suddenly very surprised or upset.
Definitions
- Feeling suddenly very surprised or upset because something has happened that you did not expect
- * Feeling physically harmed or damaged, especially as a result of an accident or injury
- * Experiencing a sudden and intense emotional reaction, such as fear, anger, or sadness
Etymology of Shocked
The word "Shocked" originated from the Old English word "scocian", which means to strike or collide
The modern English word "shock" emerged in the 17th century, initially used to describe a physical impact or collision
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include emotional and psychological connotations, such as feeling surprised, upset, or disturbed
Example Uses
- I was shocked when I heard the news about the accident
- * The crowd was shocked by the sudden appearance of the celebrity on stage
- * She was shocked and upset by the rude comment made by her colleague
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unimpressed
unaffected
unmoved
unbothered
untroubled
calm
serene
tranquil
composed
collected
indifferent
apathetic
unconcerned
unresponsive
insensitive
impervious
numb
callous
hardened
jaded
inured
desensitized