jolter
/ˈdʒoʊltər/
noun
- 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.
- 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.