Meaning of the word shockingly in English

What does shockingly mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shockingly

US /ˈʃɑː.kɪŋ.li/
UK /-li/
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Adverb

in a way that causes a feeling of surprise and dismay

Example:
The conditions in the prison were shockingly bad.
He was shockingly honest about his mistakes.