electroshock
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for electroshock, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An electric shock delivered to the body, or more specifically, a controlled medical treatment (electroconvulsive therapy) that passes current through the brain to treat severe depression.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From electro- ("electric") plus shock.
Full origin of electroshock →Frequently asked questions
What does “electroshock” mean?
The word “electroshock” means an electric shock delivered to the body, or more specifically, a controlled medical treatment (electroconvulsive therapy) that passes current through the brain to treat severe depression. In plain terms, medical treatment (or a jolt) that uses electric current on the body, most often referring to a controlled brain treatment for severe mental illness.
How do you use “electroshock” in a sentence?
Here is “electroshock” used in a sentence: “Electroshock therapy is still used today for cases of depression that don't respond to medication.”
What part of speech is “electroshock”?
Depending on how it is used, “electroshock” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “electroshock” have?
“Electroshock” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an electric shock delivered to the body, or more specifically, a controlled medical treatment (electroconvulsive therapy) that passes current through the brain to treat severe depression.