shock

US /ʃɑːk/
UK /ʃɑːk/
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1.

a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience

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The news of his death came as a complete shock.
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She went into shock after the accident.
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a severe sudden drop in blood pressure, causing a reduction in blood flow to the brain and other vital organs

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The patient was treated for anaphylactic shock.
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He suffered from electric shock after touching the live wire.
1.

to cause someone to feel sudden surprise or alarm

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His sudden appearance shocked everyone.
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The brutality of the crime shocked the nation.
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