shocked
Pronunciation
Adjective
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Feeling great surprise or distress because of something unexpected or unpleasant.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
stunned
astonished
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She was _____ to hear about the accident."
Answer: shocked
In your own words, what does "shocked" mean?
Feeling great surprise or distress because of something unexpected or unpleasant.
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