shock
/ʃɒk/ · /ʃɑːk/
CEFR level B1Topic EmotionWord #2179 in the learning path
震惊；意外打击
Definitions
n. a strong feeling of surprise caused by something unexpected
震惊；意外打击
v. to make someone feel very surprised or upset
使震惊
n. a dangerous medical collapse, or an electrical jolt through the body
休克；电击
Example
The sudden rise in rent came as a shock.
租金突然上涨，让人十分震惊。
Moving abroad can cause culture shock, particularly when everyday customs differ greatly from those at home.
移居国外可能带来文化冲击，尤其是当日常习俗与本国差异很大时。
Collocations
- come as a shock
- culture shock
- electric shock
- in a state of shock
Word family
- shocked (adj.)
- shocking (adj.)
Usage tip
人感到震惊用shocked；事物令人震惊用shocking。
FAQ
- What does shock mean?
- a strong feeling of surprise caused by something unexpected to make someone feel very surprised or upset a dangerous medical collapse, or an electrical jolt through the body
- How is shock pronounced?
- UK /ʃɒk/, US /ʃɑːk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
