Another word for shock in the context of surprise is jolt.
You could also use the words awe and excitement.
surprise, idea, shock
A good synonym for the phrase "to reveal a secret" would be the word surprise, as a verb. As a verb, surprise means to cause someone astonishment or shock.
Other words for startling are alarming, astonishing, shocking, surprising, unexpected and frightening.
Shock. It comes from the surprise attack on the town by the Germans in WW1. A Scarborough Shock is to be struck without warning. Not in common use.
That is the correct spelling of the word "gasped" (inhaled, as in shock or surprise).
"Flubbergasted" is a humorous combination of "flabbergasted" and "flub." It is used to describe a state of extreme surprise or shock.
surprise, shock, bounce, blow, impact, clash, collision, setback
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Yes, the word 'shock' is both a noun and a verb.The verb 'shock' is to cause surprise, upset, or horror; to apply a jolt of electricity; a word for an action.Examples:The EMT used a defibrillator to shock the patient's heart. (verb)Velda likes to shock her classmates with her wild antics. (verb)The shock of her death left the family in dismay. (noun)
Taken aback
In our family, we call them "refrigerator surprise."