shocked-looking

[/ˈʃɒkt ˈlʊkɪŋ/]
adjective
de aparência chocada
1. having or showing an appearance of surprise, astonishment, or distress; appearing to be in a state of shock
She had a shocked-looking expression when she heard the news.
Ela tinha uma expressão de aparência chocada quando ouviu a notícia.
2. appearing stunned or dazed in one's facial expression or demeanor
The shocked-looking crowd stood silent after the announcement.
A multidão de aparência chocada ficou em silêncio após o anúncio.
This compound adjective is commonly used in English-language media and everyday speech to describe sudden emotional reactions to unexpected news or events. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'de aparência chocada' or the simpler 'chocado' is preferred, though the literal compound structure is understandable. Americans frequently use this descriptor in news reporting and casual conversation to convey emotional impact.
NYC Slang
looking shook; looking shook up
Synonyms / Sinônimos
astonished-lookingstunned-lookingsurprised-lookingdazed-lookingbewildered-looking
Antonyms / Antônimos
composed-lookingcalm-lookingunimpressed-lookingindifferent-lookingunfazed-looking

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
de aparência chocada; com expressão de choque
commonly used in everyday speech and media
Rio de Janeiro
com cara de chocado; de olhar espantado
informal variation emphasizing facial expression
São Paulo
de expressão chocada; aparência de susto
standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
com ar chocado; de expressão assustada
similar usage but may favor 'assustado' over 'chocado'

Related Words

shockshockedexpressionappearanceastonishedstartled

Related Idioms & Phrases

the shocked-looking face said it all
a shocked-looking silence filled the room
with a shocked-looking stare
visibly shocked-looking
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