Nonplus and Shock

Nonplus

Nonplus verb - To throw into a state of self-conscious distress.

Shock and nonplus are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shock" instead a verb "Nonplus".

Nearby Words: nonplused, nonplusing

Shock

Shock verb - To make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected.
Usage example: were shocked by the way the law against public intoxication was constantly being broken

Nonplus and shock are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Nonplus" instead a verb "Shock".

Nearby Words: shocking, shocked, shockingly, shocker
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