shook-up (Meaning)
shook-up
chide, scold, to bring about an extensive reorganization of, an act or instance of shaking up, to jar by or as if by a physical shock, to effect an extensive and often drastic reorganization of, a reorganization that has extreme effects, an extensive and often drastic reorganization
shook-up
nervously upset
Synonyms & Antonyms of shook-up
shook-up Sentence Examples
- The sudden explosion shook up the entire neighborhood, leaving houses trembling.
- The unexpected news shook up the team, sending them into a state of disbelief.
- The earthquake shook up the ground beneath our feet, causing buildings to sway dangerously.
- The financial crisis shook up the global economy, leading to widespread job losses.
- The scandal shook up the political establishment, implicating high-ranking officials in corrupt practices.
- The car accident shook up the passengers, leaving them with physical and emotional injuries.
- The violent storm shook up the coastline, causing significant damage to property.
- The revelation of the secret shook up the family, shattering their sense of unity.
- The betrayal shook up the friendship, testing its limits beyond repair.
- The news of the pandemic shook up the world, forcing governments to implement drastic measures.
FAQs About the word shook-up
chide, scold, to bring about an extensive reorganization of, an act or instance of shaking up, to jar by or as if by a physical shock, to effect an extensive an
disquieted, jittery, disturbed, ill at ease, goosey, perturbed, queasy, worried, troubled,upset
collected, relaxed, nerveless, easy, cool, calm,confident, happy-go-lucky, controlled, sure
The sudden explosion shook up the entire neighborhood, leaving houses trembling.
The unexpected news shook up the team, sending them into a state of disbelief.
The earthquake shook up the ground beneath our feet, causing buildings to sway dangerously.
The financial crisis shook up the global economy, leading to widespread job losses.
