shocking

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɒkɪŋ/
/ˈʃɑkɪŋ/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

The application of an electric shock.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To cause to be emotionally shocked, to cause (someone) to feel surprised and upset.

Example Sentences
  • The disaster shocked the world.
2 Definition

To give an electric shock to.

3 Definition

To meet with a shock; to collide in a violent encounter.

4 Definition

To collect, or make up, into a shock or shocks; to stook.

Example Sentences
  • to shock rye
Adjective
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

Inspiring shock; startling.

2 Definition

Unusually obscene or lewd.

3 Definition

Extremely bad.

Example Sentences
  • What a shocking calamity!