Words Like SHOCKING

We have put together a list of words that are similar to SHOCKING.

1 Lurid Adjective Synonym Words Like Lurid

2 Sensational Adjective Similar Words Like Sensational

1 the wicked rascally shameful conduct of the bankrupt

2 the most shocking book of its time

1 Causing to shake or tremble, as by a blow; especially, causing to recoil with horror or disgust; extremely offensive or disgusting.

2 glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism

3 giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation

4 Highly disturbing emotionally.

5 Highly offensive; indecent or distasteful.

6 Very vivid or intense in tone: shocking pink.

7 Causing a shock of indignation, disgust, distress, or horror; extremely offensive, painful, or repugnant.

8 Synonyms Wicked, Scandalous, etc. (see atrocious), frightful, dreadful, terrible, revolting, abominable, execrable, appalling.

9 Inspiring shock; startling

10 Unusually obscene or lewd

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