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Definition shocking in British English

shocking adjective

adjective
/ˈʃɒkɪŋ/
1

something that is shocking makes you feel extremely surprised or upset

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1.1

used about something immoral that offends or embarrasses you

Example

scenes of shocking violence

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2

very bad

Example

shocking weather

Example

a shocking waste of money

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Definition shocking in British English