shocked
Meaning
The word "shocked" describes a strong emotional reaction of surprise or disbelief, often due to an unexpected event or revelation.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "shocked" with "shocking"; the former describes a feeling, while the latter describes something that causes shock.
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