Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

utter-shock

noun
/ˈʌtəʳ ʃɒk/
Definition
A state of complete astonishment or disbelief.
Examples
  • She was in utter-shock when she heard the news of her promotion.
  • The audience fell into utter-shock as the magician revealed his final trick.
  • His utter-shock was palpable when he realized he had won the lottery.
Meaning
Utter-shock refers to an overwhelming feeling of surprise or dismay, typically in response to an unexpected event or revelation.
Synonyms
  • astonishment
  • disbelief
  • surprise
  • shock
  • stagger