shock

• Существительное, обозначающее внезапное, сильное и часто неприятное удивление, потрясение или физическое воздействие.

A noun referring to a sudden, intense, and often unpleasant surprise, disturbance, or physical impact.

1. Sudden surpriseA2formal

   A sudden and unexpected event that causes strong feelings of surprise or distress.

   Шок

   • The news of his resignation came as a shock to everyone.
   • She felt a shock when she saw the accident.
   • The sudden loud noise gave him a shock.

   Synonymsamazementastonishmentblowconsternationdazejoltrevelationstartstupefactionsurprise

2. B2formalmedical

   A serious medical condition where the body's organs do not get enough blood flow, often caused by injury or illness.

   Шок

   • The paramedics treated him for shock after the accident.
   • She went into shock from the severe blood loss.
   • Symptoms of shock include pale skin and rapid breathing.

   Synonymscollapse

3. Electric shockB1informal

   A sudden discharge of electricity through the body.

   Удар током

   • He got a shock when he touched the exposed wire.
   • The electric shock knocked him off his feet.
   • Always be careful to avoid electric shocks when handling appliances.

   Synonymselectric shockjoltzap

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия, вызывающего у кого-либо чувство удивления, расстройства или потрясения из-за неожиданного события или новости.

A verb used to indicate the act of causing someone to feel surprised, upset, or disturbed by an unexpected event or piece of news.

1. Cause surprise or distressB1formal

   To cause someone to feel surprised, upset, or horrified by something unexpected.

   Шокировать

   • The news of the accident shocked everyone.
   • Her sudden resignation shocked the entire company.
   • It shocked me to see how much the city had changed.

   Synonymsappallastounddumbfoundhorrifyjoltoutragestartlestuntraumatize

   Antonymscalmcomfortreassuresoothe

2. Give an electric shockB2formal

   To administer a sudden discharge of electricity through the body.

   Ударить током

   • He accidentally shocked himself while fixing the wiring.
   • The faulty appliance shocked the user when touched.
   • Do not touch the exposed wires; they can shock you.

   Synonymsjoltzap