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After the loud crash, the students felt shaken for a few minutes.
What does Shaken mean?
Shaken means upset or frightened after something surprising or difficult.
Dictionary definition
Upset or frightened after something surprising or difficult.
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What does shaken mean?
Shaken means upset or frightened after something surprising or difficult.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to shaken?
Rattled is close in meaning to shaken in this context.
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Partadjective.
MeaningShaken means upset or frightened after something surprising or difficult.
ExampleExample: After the loud crash, the students felt shaken for a few minutes.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- shay · ken
- Strongest beat
- shay
- Ending
- ken
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on shay.
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Synonyms
Words like Shaken
rattledUse when someone feels upset after a sudden event.
Antonyms
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steadyUse when someone feels calm and in control.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show a sudden event and upset feelings afterward.
Common mix-up
Shaken can mean physically moved or emotionally upset; context shows which meaning fits.
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