What is the meaning of jolt?

noun

  • A sudden jarring impact.
    • usage: "the door closed with a jolt"; "all the jars and jolts were smoothed out by the shock absorbers"
  • An abrupt spasmodic movement.

verb

  • Move or cause to move with a sudden jerky motion.
  • Disturb (someone's) composure.
    • usage: "The audience was jolted by the play"
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