adjective
- causing great surprise, dismay, or horror; very disturbing or offensive
- very bad or unacceptable in quality
Usage: informal
Examples
- The news of the accident was absolutely shocking.
- She was shocked by his shocking behavior at the party.
- The documentary revealed shocking conditions in the factory.
- It’s shocking how much prices have increased this year.
- The movie contains some shocking scenes of violence.
- His shocking lack of preparation cost him the job.
- The test results were shocking – much worse than expected.