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Definition of shockingly
shockingly
/ˈʃɑː.kɪŋ.li/
shock · ing · ly
Adjective:shocking
shockingly Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a manner that causes intense surprise, dismay, or outrage.
Example
"The report revealed that several safety protocols had been shockingly neglected for years."
2
To an extreme, remarkable, or unexpected degree.
Example
"Despite the complex recipe, the homemade pastry turned out to be shockingly easy to prepare."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shockingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shockingly