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Shockingly

usgb/ˈʃɑːkɪŋli/Volume
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Used when something is much more intense than expected, often in a negative context. SlideThe exam was shockingly difficult.
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Emphasizes that the result or behavior was not just unexpected but also undesirable. SlideHis test score was shockingly low.
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Stresses your strong reaction to an event, often beyond just surprise. SlideShe was shockingly unaware of the rules.