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shock vs jar

jar vs shock

shock and jar both are nouns.

shock and jar both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shock Yes No Yes No
jar Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shock and jar are synonyms defined as:
  • shock and jar: a sudden jarring impact
Other synonyms of shock include jolt, jounce.
shock (noun) jar (noun)
a reflex response to the passage of electric current through the body a cylindrical vessel, typically used for storing food
the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat a sudden jarring impact
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses the quantity contained in a jar
an instance of agitation of the earth's crust
an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
a sudden jarring impact
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally
a pile of sheaves of grain set on end in a field to dry; stalks of Indian corn set up in a field
a bushy thick mass (especially hair)
(pathology) bodily collapse or near collapse caused by inadequate oxygen delivery to the cells; characterized by reduced cardiac output and rapid heartbeat and circulatory insufficiency and pallor
shock (verb) jar (verb)
inflict a trauma upon place in a cylindrical vessel
subject to electrical shocks affect in a disagreeable way
collect or gather into shocks move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion
collide violently shock physically
strike with horror or terror be incompatible; be or come into conflict
surprise greatly; knock someone's socks off
strike with disgust or revulsion
Difference between shock and jar

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