shocked

adjective B2

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.

Example Sentences

I was shocked to hear about the sudden news .
She was shocked by the sudden news of his resignation .
Were you shocked by the news yesterday ?

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