shocker

[ˈʃɑːkər]

shocker Definition

  • 1a person or thing that shocks or is shocking
  • 2something that is very surprising or unexpected

Using shocker: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shocker" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The news of his resignation was a shocker to everyone.

  • Example

    The ending of the movie was a real shocker.

  • Example

    The team's defeat was a shocker for their fans.

shocker Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with shocker

  • a horror film that is designed to shock and scare the audience

    Example

    The movie they watched last night was a horror shocker.

  • a sports match that is full of surprises and unexpected results

    Example

    The game between the two teams was a shocker of a match, with the underdogs winning in the end.

  • an ending of a movie or book that is completely unexpected and surprising

    Example

    The novel had a shocker ending that left readers stunned.

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Summary: shocker in Brief

A 'shocker' [ˈʃɑːkər] is a person or thing that shocks or is shocking. It can also refer to something that is very surprising or unexpected, such as the ending of a movie or a sports match. Examples include 'The news of his resignation was a shocker to everyone.' and 'The team's defeat was a shocker for their fans.'

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