thunderstroke

[ˈθʌndərstrəʊk]

thunderstroke Definition

• 1. a sudden and severe shock or blow
• 2. a stroke of lightning accompanied by thunder

Using thunderstroke: Examples

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

• Example

  The news of his death was a thunderstroke to the family.

• Example

  The thunderstroke caused a power outage in the area.

thunderstroke Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thunderstroke

• thunderbolt
• shock
• blow
• impact
• lightning strike

Phrases with thunderstroke

• thunderstruck

  extremely surprised or shocked

  Example

  I was thunderstruck when I heard the news of her resignation.

• a bolt from the blue

  a sudden and unexpected event

  Example

  The announcement of his resignation came as a bolt from the blue.

• a rude awakening

  an unpleasant surprise that forces someone to face reality

  Example

  The failure of his business venture was a rude awakening for him.

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Summary: thunderstroke in Brief

A 'thunderstroke' [ˈθʌndərstrəʊk] refers to a sudden and severe shock or blow, such as the news of someone's death. It can also mean a stroke of lightning accompanied by thunder, which can cause power outages. Phrases like 'thunderstruck' and 'a bolt from the blue' describe the feeling of being extremely surprised or shocked.