shocked
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʃɒkt/
KK: /ʃɑkt/
adjective
Definition
Feeling very surprised or upset by something unexpected.
Example
She was shocked to hear the news about her friend's accident.
Conversation
I was so shocked when I heard the news about Sarah.
I know, right? I couldn't believe it either!
It's hard to imagine her leaving the company so suddenly.
Yeah, it really caught everyone off guard.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
stunned
astonished
dismayed
Antonyms
unmoved
calm
unfazed
verb
Definition
To feel or show a strong emotional reaction, often due to something unexpected or disturbing.
Example
She was shocked to hear the news about her friend's accident.
Tense Forms
Past: shocked
Past Participle: shocked
Conversation
Did you hear about the surprise party for Lisa?
Yeah, I was really shocked when I found out!
I didn't think she would actually be surprised.
Root Explanation
Shocked → It is formed from "shock" (from Old English *sceocca*, meaning to strike or hit) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word "shocked" means to be in a state of surprise or distress as a result of being struck by an unexpected event.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'struck' ('shock') by something surprising or distressing, which helps you remember that 'shocked' means to be in that state.
Visually Confused Words
unshocked
unhocked