jolter

/ˈdʒoʊltər/
noun
  1. Something that causes a sudden shake or bump, such as a rough road or vehicle.
    • The old gravel road was a real jolter for the cyclists.
    • The ride in the jeep was a constant jolter over the rocky trail.
    • That pothole was a nasty jolter for the car's suspension.
  2. A sudden shock or surprise.
    • The price tag on the jacket was a real jolter.
    • The electric bill was a jolter this month.
    • Hearing his name called was a jolter after all those years.
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