shocker

[shok-er]

noun

1. a person or thing that shocks. shock.

2. a sensational novel, play, etc.

shocker

/ ˈʃɒkə /

noun

1. a person or thing that shocks or horrifies

2. a sensational novel, film, or play

Word History and Origins

Origin of shocker¹

First recorded in 1780–90; shock ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Her tales defy easy categorization—suspense shockers? ghost stories? horror sketches?—even as they insinuate themselves into our souls.

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The Dodgers became the first team to repeat as World Series champions in 25 years, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in an 11-inning, comeback shocker.

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The Dodgers became the first team to repeat as World Series champions in 25 years, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays in an 11-inning, comeback shocker.

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Upcoming funding deadlines could pressure Democrats and Republicans into making a deal to end the shutdown, but it wouldn’t be a shocker if this Washington debacle keeps going for another week or two.

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“It was kind of a shocker to me,” says senior defensive lineman Michael Sipps.

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