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Definition |
a heightened state of surprise or amazement |
Examples |
1) When I heard the unexpected news, I was completely
shook. 2) The plot twist in the
movie left everyone in the theater shook
and speechless. |
Etymology |
It is believed to be derived from the
African-American slang term "shook up". |
Synonyms |
surprised, astonished |
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