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