LoginSurprise vs. Shock
Both 'surprise' and 'shock' refer to the state of feeling amazement as a result of something unexpected. However, while 'surprise' can cause a positive or negative feeling, 'shock' is specifically associated with negative feelings. This lesson will further discuss the difference between these two verbs.
Positive vs. Negative Emotions
'Surprise' generally involves an unexpected event, action, or information that causes someone to feel a sudden sense of astonishment or mild amazement. It can carry a positive or negative connotation depending on the context and the event. 'Shock', on the other hand, is associated with a strong and intense emotional reaction caused by an unexpected, often distressing or disturbing event, information, or experience. It carries a more negative or distressing connotation, often involving a sense of disbelief or horror. Here are some examples:
I want to surprise my parents by visiting them on their anniversary.
His reaction to the news surprised me.
His reaction to the news shocked me.
The two verbs can be used interchangeably but 'shock' necessarily implies a negative feeling.
The sudden news of his passing shocked us all.
The unexpected turn of events in the movie shocked the audience into silence.
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