shocking — Causing great surprise, dismay, or horror; extremely unexpected or disturbing. Something that goes against normal expectations.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Causing great surprise, dismay, or horror; extremely unexpected or disturbing. Something that goes against normal expectations.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃɑkɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 충격적인, 놀라운, 경악스러운
Korean pronunciation: 쇼-킹 (강세: 쇼)
Example Sentences
- It's shocking that my cat learned to use the toilet before my brother did.
- The shocking price of coffee made me switch to drinking water.
- Her shocking performance in the exam surprised everyone.
shocking
ADJECTIVE//ˈʃɑkɪŋ//
Causing great surprise, dismay, or horror; extremely unexpected or disturbing. Something that goes against normal expectations.
Causing great surprise, dismay, or horror; extremely unexpected or disturbing. Something that goes against normal expectations.
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His mocking turns shocking when justice comes blocking!
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Origin
From French 'choc' meaning a violent encounter or collision, which entered English in the 16th century. The word evolved from describing physical impacts to include emotional or mental disturbance.
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“It's shocking that my cat learned to use the toilet before my brother did.”
“The shocking price of coffee made me switch to drinking water.”
“Her shocking performance in the exam surprised everyone.”
“The shocking revelation about the company's finances caused panic.”
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