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Shook
ʃʊk
Extremely common
400 - 500
400 - 500
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Shook -
To be extremely surprised or shocked by something
Example: When she found out she had won the lottery, she was shook.
Usage: informalContext: casual conversations, social media
Note: Commonly used in slang or informal speech to express surprise or disbelief.
Past tense of 'shake', to move something rapidly back and forth
Example: He shook the bottle before opening it.
Usage: neutralContext: everyday situations
Note: Can refer to physically shaking an object or body part.
Past participle of 'shake', to cause someone to feel frightened or uncertain
Example: The loud noise shook her confidence.
Usage: neutralContext: formal and informal settings
Note: Can be used in various contexts to indicate emotional impact or disturbance.
Shook's synonyms
quaked
To shake or tremble violently, often used in the context of the earth shaking.
Example: The ground quaked as the earthquake struck.
Note: Quaked is typically used to describe a more intense shaking, especially in the context of earthquakes.
trembled
To shake involuntarily, especially due to fear, cold, or weakness.
Example: She trembled with fear as the thunder roared.
Note: Trembled often implies a slighter or more subtle shaking compared to shook.
jiggled
To move quickly back and forth with small movements.
Example: The loose doorknob jiggled in my hand.
Note: Jiggled is often used to describe a small, rapid shaking motion.
quivered
To shake slightly, often due to strong emotions or nervousness.
Example: His voice quivered with emotion as he spoke.
Note: Quivered typically conveys a sense of trembling due to emotions or nervousness.
shivered
To shake or tremble involuntarily, especially due to cold or fear.
Example: She shivered in the cold wind blowing through the open window.
Note: Shivered specifically refers to shaking caused by cold or fear.
Shook expressions, common phrases
Shook up
To be greatly disturbed or shocked by something.
Example: The news of her resignation really shook up the team.
Note: The addition of 'up' adds emphasis to the feeling of disturbance or shock.
Shook to the core
To be deeply affected or shaken at the innermost level.
Example: The unexpected loss left him shook to the core.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the profound impact on one's core being.
Shook hands on it
To finalize an agreement or promise through a handshake.
Example: They shook hands on the deal, sealing their agreement.
Note: The act of shaking hands signifies a formal agreement or pact.
Shook like a leaf
To tremble or shake uncontrollably out of fear or nervousness.
Example: After the near-miss accident, she was shaking like a leaf.
Note: This phrase vividly compares the shaking to the fluttering of a leaf in the wind.
Shook off
To rid oneself of something negative or bothersome.
Example: He tried to shake off the negative comments and focus on his goals.
Note: Implies actively getting rid of something, typically a feeling or influence.
Shook it off
To dismiss or disregard something unpleasant or hurtful.
Example: Despite the criticism, she managed to shake it off and continue her work.
Note: Suggests a deliberate action to ignore or overcome a negative experience.
Shook his head
To move one's head from side to side to express disagreement, disapproval, or disbelief.
Example: He shook his head in disbelief at the outrageous claim.
Note: Indicates a physical gesture rather than an emotional state of being.
Shook everyday (slang) expressions
Shooketh
A playful and exaggerated way of saying someone is shocked or surprised.
Example: She was shooketh after hearing the news about her promotion.
Note: Adds a humorous or poetic flair to the expression.
Shookville
A place metaphorically representing a state of extreme shock or surprise.
Example: When she found out about the surprise party, she was sent straight to Shookville.
Note: Creates a vivid image of the intensity of the shock.
Shooking
A continuous state of being shocked or surprised.
Example: The plot twist in the movie had everyone shooking in their seats.
Note: Implies a prolonged or ongoing reaction to the shock.
Shooktacular
Describing something as being incredibly shocking or awe-inspiring.
Example: The magician's trick was so impressive, it was a truly shooktacular performance!
Note: Combines 'shook' with 'spectacular' to emphasize the magnitude of the shock.
Shooketh to the heavens
Expressing an extremely heightened level of shock and disbelief.
Example: When he heard the results of the competition, he was shooketh to the heavens.
Note: Emphasizes the overwhelming nature of the shock, reaching metaphorical heights.
Shookaloo
A playful and exaggerated way of describing a strong shaking or trembling.
Example: The thunder was so loud, it shookalooed the entire house.
Note: Adds a whimsical and humorous tone to the expression of being shook.
Shooksville
Similar to 'Shookville,' representing a state of being intensely shocked or taken by surprise.
Example: His reaction to the surprise birthday party landed him straight in Shooksville.
Note: Conveys a sense of 'destination' to emphasize the magnitude of the shock.
Shook - Examples
She was shook by the news.
He shook his head in disbelief.
The earthquake shook the entire city.
Shook grammar
Shook - Verb (Verb) / Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense)
Lemma: shake
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): shakes
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): shake
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): shook
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): shaken
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): shaking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): shakes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): shake
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): shake
Syllables, Separation and Stress
shook Contains 1 syllables: shook
Phonetic transcription:
shook , (The red syllable is stressed)
Shook - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
shook: 400 - 500 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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