shocking (ˈʃɒkɪŋ)

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🔊 ˈʃɒkɪŋ

Meaning

Meaning: causing shock

Causing strong surprise, distress, or disgust.

Examples

🗣 The report revealed shocking details.

Etymology

Present participle of ‘shock’.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes the thing that causes shock.

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Tags: emotion, negative

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