shocking
Translation
shocking, appalling, outrageous
Examples
The news was shocking.
The news was shocking.
The price of the ticket was shocking.
The price of the ticket was shocking.
Grammar Patterns
((shocking)) + noun It was a shocking crime.
Similar Words
Synonyms: appalling, startling, outrageous; Antonyms: comforting, pleasant
Etymology
From the verb 'shock' + the present participle suffix '-ing', meaning 'causing a shock'.
Memory Tips
Imagine getting an electric shock – that's how surprising or upsetting something 'shocking' is.